Jean knight biography

American R&B and soul singer (1943–2023)

Musical artist

Jean Audrey Knight (néeCaliste; January 26, 1943 – November 22, 2023) was an American R&B and soulsinger from New Orleans, Louisiana.

Launching her professional career in the mid-1960s, Knight was best known for her 1971 hit single "Mr. Big Stuff", released by Stax Records.^[1]

Biography

Early years

Jean Audrey Caliste was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 26, 1943.^{[2][3][4][5][6]} After graduating from high school, she began singing at Laura's Place, her cousin's bar, and caught the attention of many different bands who were willing to accompany her.

In 1965, she recorded a demo of a cover version of Jackie Wilson's song "Stop Doggin' Me Around".^{[citation needed]} Her demo attracted record producer Huey Meaux, who signed her to a recording contract at the Jet Star/Tribe record labels.^[6] Shortly thereafte