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Lee Dorsey

Lee Dorsey (December 24, 1924 – December 2, 1986) was an American rhythm & blues singer. His biggest hits were "Ya Ya" (1961) and "Working in the Coal Mine" (1966). Much of his work was produced by Allen Toussaint with instrumental backing provided by the Meters. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Dorsey was a childhood friend of Fats Domino before moving to Portland, Oregon when he was ten years old. He served in the United States Navy in World War II and then began a career in prizefighting. Read more on Last.fm

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# Title Plays
1Get out of My Life Woman
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2Give It Up
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3Ya Ya
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4Working in the Coal Mine
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5Everything I Do Gohn Be Funky (From Now On)
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6Ride Your Pony
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7Occapella
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8Holy Cow
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9A Lover Was Born
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10Give It Up - Soundtrack Version
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