Major Lance date of birth:
April 4, 1941
How old was Major Lance when died?
53
Where was Major Lance born?
Winterville, Mississippi, U.S.
When did Major Lance die?
September 3, 1994
What is Major Lance's occupation?
Singer
What genre is Major Lance's work?
Soul, pop, R&B
What instruments does Major Lance play?
Vocals
Short Biography
Major Lance (April 4, 1939), 1941 or 1942 – September 3, 1994 was an American R&B singer. After a number of US hits in the 1960s, including "The Monkey Time" and "Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um", he became an iconic figure in Britain in the 1970s among followers of Northern soul. Although he stopped making records in 1982, Major Lance continued to perform at concerts and on tours until his death in 1994.