Carla Venita Thomas (born December 21, 1942) 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 (Look at His Eyes)" (1960), "B-A-B-Y" (1966) and "Tramp" (1967), a duet with Otis Redding. She is the daughter of Rufus Thomas. == Biography == === Childhood === Thomas was born and raised in the Foote Homes Projects in Memphis, Tennessee,... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Carla Thomas first charted in 1961 with Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes).The artist placed 4 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10.On US AC the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.
Top songs: #1: Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes) - #2: Gee Whiz - #3: A Love of My Own - #4: A Woman's Love - #5: I've Fallen in Love
Carla & Rufus Thomas • Johnnie Taylor & Carla Thomas • Otis Redding & Carla Thomas • William Bell & Carla Thomas
is the child of Rufus Thomas
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