William Bell
Rhythm and blues, Musical Artist
1939 –
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Who is William Bell?
William Bell is an American soul singer and songwriter. As a performer, he is probably best known for 1961's "You Don't Miss Your Water"; 1968's "Private Number"; and 1976's "Tryin' to Love Two", Bell's only US top 40 hit, which also hit No. 1 on the R&B charts. Upon the death of Otis Redding, Bell released the well-received memorial song "A Tribute to a King".
As a songwriter, Bell co-authored the Chuck Jackson hit "Any Other Way", Billy Idol's 1986 hit "To Be a Lover", and the blues classic "Born Under A Bad Sign", popularized by both Albert King and Cream.
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- Born
- Jul 16, 1939
Memphis - Also known as
- William Yarborough
- William Yarbrough
- Bell, William
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
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on July 23, 2013
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