About
Nicknamed Mr. Excitement, Wilson was a Grammy Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee who helped R&B transition into soul. His song "(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher & Higher" has accumulated more than 300 million streams on Spotify.
Before Fame
He dropped out of high school at age fifteen and briefly competed as an amateur boxer.
Trivia
He had six #1 R&B hits, including "You Better Know It" and "Doggin' Around." He released upwards of 25 solo albums throughout his prolific career.
Family Life
He had seven children with his ex-wives Freda Hood and Harlean Harris.
Associated With
His second wife, Harlean Harris, was Sam Cooke's ex-girlfriend.
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Jackie Wilson Highlights
