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Lloyd PriceLloyd Price (March 9, 1933 – May 3, 2021) was an influential American R&B and rock 'n' roll singer, widely recognized for his 1959 hit "Personality," which earned him the nickname "Mr. Personality." His earlier success began in 1952 with the hit "Lawdy Miss Clawdy," and throughout his career, he contributed significantly to the New Orleans sound, achieving several million-selling records and earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. In addition to his music career, Price was a successful entrepreneur and involved in various business ventures, including food products and a jazz club. He passed away from diabetes complications at the age of 88. (Source: Wikipedia)
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