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Carla Thomas

American singer (born 1942)

Carla Venita Thomas is an American singer, who is often referred to as the Queen of Memphis Soul. She is best known for her 1960s recordings for Atlantic and Stax including the hits "Gee Whiz " (1960), "B-A-B-Y" (1966) and "Tramp" (1967), a duet with Otis Redding.

She is the daughter of Rufus Thomas.

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Carla Thomas

what: one person
from: Memphis
born: 1942
on the air here: 1 song

File card: Carla Thomas

real name: Carla Venita Thomas

labels: Stax Records, Atlantic Records

genres: soul

plays: voice

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Influences

Carla's biggest influence was her father, Rufus. Besides accompanying him during his 'MC' days at the Palace Theater, Rufus also encouraged and believed in his daughter's ability. According to Carla, “My dad probably discovered I could sing before I did”.

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American singer. Daughter of Rufus Thomas and the sister of Vaneese Thomas and Marvell Thomas. Often referred to as "The Queen Of Memphis Soul", she was a recording artist for and Stax in the 1960s and early 1970s. Born 21 December 1942 in Memphis, Tennessee Also known as: C. Thomas, C.Thomas, Caria Thomas, Carla, Carla Thomas And Friends From Discogs (free to use). Their entry