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Dee Dee Sharp

rhythm and blues · 1962–1963

Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes) by Dee Dee Sharp — cover art

Picture a vibrant dance floor, the air thick with the infectious grooves of rhythm and blues, and there you find Dee Dee Sharp, a voice that could light up any room. This American soul singer, with her roots in the rich tradition of R&B, made waves with hits like "Mashed Potato Time" and "Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes)," capturing the playful spirit of a generation. With her feel-good anthems and irresistible charm, she invited listeners to "Do the Bird" and shake off their troubles. Signed to labels like Cameo, Atco Records, and Atlantic Records, Dee Dee Sharp remains a beacon of the sound that defined an era, reminding us that sometimes, all you need is a catchy tune and a little groove to embrace the joy of life.

The facts

  • United States
  • rhythm and blues, soul
  • On Cameo, Atco Records, Atlantic Records

Dee Dee Sharp in the crate

Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes) by Dee Dee Sharp — cover art
Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes)
Dee Dee Sharp
1962
Mashed Potato Time by Dee Dee Sharp — cover art
Mashed Potato Time
Dee Dee Sharp
1962
Do the Bird by Dee Dee Sharp — cover art
Do the Bird
Dee Dee Sharp
1963

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