Barrett Strong
Rhythm and blues, Musical Artist
1941 –
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Who is Barrett Strong?
Barrett Strong is an American singer and songwriter. Strong was the first artist to record a hit for Motown, although he is best known for his work as a songwriter, particularly in association with producer Norman Whitfield. Among his most famous work at Motown, Strong wrote the lyrics for many of the songs recorded by the Temptations.
He was born in West Point, Mississippi.
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- Born
- Feb 5, 1941
West Point - Also known as
- B. Strong
- Strong, Barrett
- Ethnicity
- African American
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Lived in
- Mississippi
Submitted
on July 23, 2013
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