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Little Richard

Little Richard

funk, gospel music, rhythm and blues, rock and roll, rock music, soul

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "Driven by a relentless backbeat and dynamic piano riffs, his music radiates infectious energy that propels listeners into a euphoric state of movement."
Little Richard matters not just for his electrifying performances but for his role in transforming the landscape of popular music. He broke down barriers with his flamboyant style and raw energy, making space for future generations to explore sexuality and self-expression in ways that felt both liberating and revolutionary.
Little Richard matters not just for his electrifying performances but for his role in transforming the landscape of popular music. He broke down barriers with his flamboyant style and raw energy, making space for future generations to explore sexuality and self-expression in ways that felt both liberating and revolutionary. His presence on stage challenged societal norms, influencing the rock 'n' roll genre and inspiring countless artists who followed. His approach to music was a powerful amalgamation of gospel fervor and rhythm-and-blues grit, where each note pulsated with urgency. Little Richard’s innovative piano playing propelled the groove forward, often punctuated by frenetic rhythms that compelled audiences to dance and celebrate life. He crafted an exhilarating atmosphere that felt spontaneous, as if each performance could veer into uncharted territory at any moment. Lyrically, Little Richard often explored themes of love, desire, and celebration, infusing his work with an exuberant spirit that was both sincere and playful. His voice oscillated between heartfelt declarations and cheeky witticisms, creating a storytelling approach that resonated emotionally while still inviting listeners into a joyous embrace.

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Discography

39 releases • 27 studio • 1957–2005
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Southern Child

Southern Child

2005

The Original British Hit Singles

The Original British Hit Singles

1999

Shake It All About

Shake It All About

1992

Little Richard Meets Masayoshi Takanaka

Little Richard Meets Masayoshi Takanaka

1992

Lifetime Friend

Lifetime Friend

1986

God's Beautiful City

God's Beautiful City

1979

Talkin' 'bout Soul

Talkin' 'bout Soul

1974

Right Now!

Right Now!

1973

Rip It Up

Rip It Up

1973

The Second Coming

The Second Coming

1972

The King of Rock and Roll

The King of Rock and Roll

1971

Mr. Big

Mr. Big

1971

The Rill Thing

The Rill Thing

1970

Little Richard Live

Little Richard Live

The Incredible Little Richard Sings His Greatest Hits – Live!

The Incredible Little Richard Sings His Greatest Hits – Live!

Well Alright!

Well Alright!

Little Richard's Greatest Hits: Recorded Live!

Little Richard's Greatest Hits: Recorded Live!

1967

The Explosive Little Richard

The Explosive Little Richard

1967

The Wild and Frantic Little Richard

The Wild and Frantic Little Richard

1967

Little Richard's Greatest Hits

Little Richard's Greatest Hits

1965

Little Richard Is Back

Little Richard Is Back

1964

The King of the Gospel Singers

The King of the Gospel Singers

1962

Pray Along with Little Richard

Pray Along with Little Richard

1960

Pray Along with Little Richard

Pray Along with Little Richard

1960

The Fabulous Little Richard

The Fabulous Little Richard

1959

Little Richard

Little Richard

1958

Here's Little Richard

Here's Little Richard

1957

Singles ()

Kokomo / Tutti Frutti

Kokomo / Tutti Frutti

1988

Keep A-Knockin'

Keep A-Knockin'

1975

Get Down With It / Rose Mary

Get Down With It / Rose Mary

1967

Kansas City / Lonesome and Blue

Kansas City / Lonesome and Blue

1959

By the Light of the Silvery Moon / Wonderin'

By the Light of the Silvery Moon / Wonderin'

1959

By the Light of the Silvery Moon / Early One Morning

By the Light of the Silvery Moon / Early One Morning

1959

She Knows How to Rock / Early One Morning

She Knows How to Rock / Early One Morning

1958

Ooh! My Soul

Ooh! My Soul

1958

Good Golly, Miss Molly / Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey

Good Golly, Miss Molly / Hey-Hey-Hey-Hey

1958

Good Golly Miss Molly

Good Golly Miss Molly

1958

Lucille

Lucille

1957

Jenny, Jenny

Jenny, Jenny

1957

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