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Richard Wayne Penniman (December 5, 1932 – May 9, 2020), better known by his stage name Little Richard, was an American singer-songwriter and pianist. He was an influential figure in popular music and culture for seven decades. Referred to as the "Architect of Rock and Roll", Richard's most celebrated work dates from the mid-1950s, when his charismatic showmanship and dynamic music, characterized by frenetic piano playing, pounding backbeat and powerful raspy vocals, laid the foundation for rock and roll. Richard's... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Little Richard first charted in 1956 with Tutti Frutti.The artist placed 20 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 4 of which reached the Top‑10.The artist scored 16 UK Top‑75 entries, including 4 Top‑10 placements.On US Country the artist achieved 1 number‑one.On US RnB the artist achieved 8 Top‑10s, 2 of which hit number‑one.