Jackey Beavers

Jackey Beavers
Birth nameRobert Lewis Beavers
Born(1937-06-19)June 19, 1937
Cartersville, Georgia, United States
DiedOctober 28, 2008(2008-10-28) (aged 71)
GenresRhythm and blues, soul, gospel
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, record producer
Years active1960–1988
LabelsAnna, Tri-Phi, Nation, Dade, Revilot, Grandland, Jaber, Glory

Robert Lewis "Jackey" Beavers (June 19, 1937 – October 28, 2008)[1][2] was an American rhythm and blues and gospel singer, songwriter, pastor and community activist. He recorded with Johnny Bristol as the duo Johnny and Jackey, and co-wrote "Someday We'll Be Together", later a no.1 hit for Diana Ross and the Supremes.

  1. ^ Marie Nesmith, "Musicians to be honored posthumously at Unsung Heroes Fundraiser Banquet", The Daily Tribune News, 3 November 2011. Retrieved 12 December 2013
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