NYPost: Ben E. King, singer of such classics as “Stand By Me,” ”There Goes My Baby” and “Spanish Harlem,” has died.
King died Thursday at age 76, publicist Phil Brown told The Associated Press. Brown did not immediately have other details.
As a member of the Drifters, King co-wrote and sang lead on “There Goes My Baby.” The band had a string of hits featuring King, including “Save the Last Dance for Me” and “This Magic Moment,” before he left in a contract dispute. MORE
One of my favorite songs from the early 60’s, my daughter and I danced to it at her wedding a couple of years ago. I wish black r&b was still this good. His songs, Sam Cooke’s, Louis Armstrong, Sammy Davis Jr. etc. and a lot of doo wop that came out of the 50’s and 60’s are among some of the best ever. And to think he was only in his early 20’s when he recorded Stand By Me. RIP Ben E. King.
King was responsible for so much great stuff. No impromptu jam would be complete without a rendition of Stand By Me.
RIP
Enjoyed his work.
Please tell me he died with some money in the bank, not broke because his promoter stole it all.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Thank you Mr. King for your wonderful God given talent that you shared with us to our delight.
News to ruin an otherwise beautiful Ohio spring day. Rest in Peace, Ben E. King.
RIP my man, RIP.
Great vocalist, so many great songs. “Save the Last Dance for Me” was one of my favorites. Rest in Peace.