Larry Williams
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Larry Williams (May 10, 1935 - January 7, 1980) was a rhythm and blues singer and pianist from New Orleans, Louisiana. Many of his songs were recorded by The Beatles, such as "Bad Boy", "Slow Down","Dizzy Miss Lizzie" and "Bony Moronie" and by The Rolling Stones "She Said Yeah." His first records were released by Specialty Records as that label's biggest star, Little Richard, left to pursue the ministry. Groomed as Richard's successor, Williams' records had the same raw, piano-driven intensity, but his oddball lyrics and his voice (and his whistling!) kept his work original.
Williams also worked with Johnny "Guitar" Watson and Little Richard. He had been involved with underworld activity since his early teens, and had reputedly been a pimp before he ever recorded music. He was mysteriously murdered in his home in Los Angeles, California in 1980, and no suspects were ever arrested or charged.