![]() The Mighty Hannibal attending the premiere of The Union at the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival Image by David Shankbone, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed CC BY 3.0 |
The Mighty HannibalThe Mighty Hannibal The Mighty Hannibal American singer-songwriter and record producer (1939–2014) James Timothy Shaw (August 9, 1939 – January 30, 2014), known as The Mighty Hannibal, was an American R&B, soul, and funk singer, songwriter, and record producer.[2][3] Known for his showmanship, and outlandish costumes often incorporating a pink turban, several of his songs carried social or political themes.[3] His biggest hit was "Hymn No. 5", a commentary on the effects of the Vietnam War on servicemen, which was banned from being played on the radio.[2] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... The Mighty Hannibal Hannibal in 2011 Background information Birth name James Timothy Shaw[1] Also known as Hannibal, King Hannibal Born (1939-08-09)August 9, 1939 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.… (Source: Wikipedia)
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