Jack Leroy "Jackie" Wilson, Jr. (June 9, 1934 – January 21, 1984) aka "Mr. Excitement" and «Black Elvis» was very important in the transition of rhythm and blues into soul. He was known as a master showman, and as one of the most dynamic singers and performers in R&B and rock history recorded over 50 hit singles that spanned R&B, pop, soul, doo-wop and easy listening. During a 1975 benefit concert, he collapsed on-stage from a heart attack and subsequently fell into a coma that persisted for nearly nine years until his death in 1984. By this time, he had become one of the most influential artists of his generation. In 2004, Rolling Stone magazine ranked Jackie Wilson #68 on their list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.
His signature song was "Lonely Teardrops", which peaked at No. 7 on the pop chart and No. 1 on the R&B charts in 1958 and established him as an R&B superstar known for his extraordinary, operatic multi-octave vocal range.
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