LaVern Baker

Delores LaVern Baker, professionally known as LaVern Baker, was an exceptionally talented American rhythm-and-blues singer whose remarkable music career spanned the 1950s and early 1960s, during which she managed to consistently produce hit records that resonated with audiences on the pop chart. Among her most iconic and enduring records are "Tweedle Dee," which was released in 1955 and showcased her unique vocal style, "Jim Dandy," a 1956 release that solidified her status as a rising star in the music industry, and "I Cried a Tear," a 1958 single that demonstrated her remarkable range and emotional depth as a singer.