"Respect is something Otis achieved for himself in a way few people do. Otis sang "Respect when I come home." And Otis has come home."
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Singer-songwriters from the United StatesAfrican AmericansMusic producers from the United StatesSoul singersPeople from Georgia (U.S. state)
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Jerry Wexler from Redding's eulogy; Pop Chronicles: Show 51 - The Soul Reformation: Phase three, soul music at the summit. (Part 7), December 18, 1967.
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Otis Redding
Otis Ray Redding, Jr. (September 9, 1941 – December 10, 1967) was an American soul singer-songwriter, record producer, arranger, and talent scout. He is considered one of the major figures in soul music and rhythm and blues (R&B).
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