Robert Pete Williams

Blues, Musical Artist

1914 – 1980

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Who was Robert Pete Williams?

Robert Pete Williams was an American Louisiana blues musician. His music characteristically employed unconventional structures and tunings, and his songs are often about the time he served in prison. His song "I've Grown So Ugly" has been covered by Captain Beefheart, on his album Safe as Milk, and by The Black Keys, on Rubber Factory.

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Born
Mar 14, 1914
Zachary
Also known as
  • R. P. Williams
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Lived in
  • Louisiana
Died
Dec 31, 1980
Rosedale

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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