Varetta Mamie Dillard (February 3, 1933 – October 4, 1993) was an American rhythm and blues singer in the 1950s whose biggest hit was "Mercy, Mr. Percy"...
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1952, Buddy Morrow and His Orchestra 1952, Jim Reeves early 1950s, Varetta Dillard 1956, The Del Royals 1961, Cookie and his Cupcakes 1963, Jerry Lee...
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Persuasion" and features the song "Mercy, Mr Percy" by the female singer Varetta Dillard. Another video was released featuring footage from the mission "The...
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like Johnny Mathis with soul... Soon after the death of Johnny Ace, Varetta Dillard recorded 'Johnny Has Gone' for Savoy Records in early 1955. She incorporated...
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American rapper Varetta Dillard (1933–1993) Victor Dillard (1897–1945) Victoria Dillard (born 1969), American actress William T. Dillard (1914–2002), founder...
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group that appeared in kilts). Also on the bill were the Dominoes, Varetta Dillard and Danny Cobb. The concert was held on March 21, 1952. More tickets...
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1953 The Wanderers Heh Mae Ethel / We Could Find Happiness Savoy 1953 Varetta Dillard I Ain't Gonna Tell / (That's The Way) My Mind Is Working Savoy...
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band, the Blues Express, appearing with Johnnie Ray, Arthur Prysock, Varetta Dillard, Peppermint Harris, and others. She recorded in various styles, including...
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the Cleveland Arena, with Paul Williams, Tiny Grimes, The Dominoes, Varetta Dillard and Danny Cobb among the featured performers, with a ticket price of...
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26 21 "Woke Up This Morning" B.B. King RPM 27 NR "Mercy, Mr. Percy" Varetta Dillard Savoy 28 17 "Dream Girl" Jesse & Marvin Specialty 29 NR "Money Honey"...
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