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Esther Phillips was an American singer, best known for her R&B vocals. She rose to prominence in 1950, scoring several major R&B hits including "Double Crossing Blues" and "Mistrustin' Blues" under the moniker "Little Esther." In the 1960s, she achieved chart success with the country song "Release Me" and recorded in the pop, jazz, blues and soul genres. Phillips received four Grammy nominations, including for her album From a Whisper to a Scream in 1973, as well as for the album that featured her disco recording of "What a Diff'rence a Day Makes," which was a major hit in 1975. She died from liver and kidney failure due to long-term drug abuse in 1984.
Top Tracks
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I Wish You Love
Original Album Series
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Try Me
Brand New Day: The Lenox / Alantic & Roulette Recordings (1962-1970)
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If You Love Me, Really Love Me
And I Love Him
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I Don't Want to Do Wrong
Alone Again, Naturally (Expanded Edition)
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And I Love Him
And I Love Him
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No Headstone on My Grave
The Country Side Of Esther
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Use Me
Alone Again, Naturally (Expanded Edition)
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'Til My Back Ain't Got No Bone
From a Whisper to a Scream
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Black-Eyed Blues
Black-Eyed Blues
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Home Is Where the Hatred Is
Jazz Moods - Hot
