Thank You Pretty Baby
Brook Benton
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10 facts about this song
Artist Background"Thank You Pretty Baby" was performed by Brook Benton, an American singer and songwriter popular for his hit songs in the 1950s and 1960s.
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Release InformationThe song "Thank You Pretty Baby" was released in 1959 under the Mercury Records label.
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Chart Performance"Thank You Pretty Baby" reached #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the R&B chart in August 1959.
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Music StyleThis song is known for Benton's deep, soulful vocals and the catchy rhythm and melody that were commonplace in doo-wop music from the mid-20th century.
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Song Origin"Thank You Pretty Baby" was written by Brook Benton and Clyde Otis, a songwriting partnership that produced numerous hits.
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Career ImpactThe success of "Thank You Pretty Baby" established Benton's status as a top R&B act of the early 60s, laying the groundwork for his future success.
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Cover VersionsThere are also notable cover versions of "Thank You Pretty Baby" by other artists, including Michael Jackson, who recorded it in 1973.
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Awards and AccoladesAlthough the song itself wasn't awarded, Brook Benton has earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, partly in recognition of the successful songs he performed, including "Thank You Pretty Baby".
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Song's Influence"Thank You Pretty Baby" contributed to the popularity of R&B music during the late 50s and early 60s, influencing many upcoming artists in the genre.
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Brook Benton and Clyde OtisBenton and Otis co-wrote over 20 hit songs in less than three years. "Thank You Pretty Baby" is one of their well-known collaborations.
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