Otis Blackwell nickname(s):
John Davenport, Jack Hammer
Otis Blackwell date of birth:
February 16, 1931
How old was Otis Blackwell when died?
71
Where was Otis Blackwell born?
Brooklyn, New York, United States
When did Otis Blackwell die?
May 6, 2002
What is Otis Blackwell's occupation?
Singer, pianist, songwriter
What genre is Otis Blackwell's work?
East Coast blues, rock and roll, R&B
What instruments does Otis Blackwell play?
Piano
Short Biography
Otis Blackwell (February 16, 1931 – May 6, 2002) was an African-American songwriter, singer, and pianist, whose work significantly influenced rock and roll. His compositions include Little Willie John's "Fever", Jerry Lee Lewis' "Great Balls of Fire" and "Breathless", Elvis Presley's "Don't Be Cruel", "All Shook Up" and "Return to Sender" (with Winfield Scott), and Jimmy Jones' "Handy Man". He should not be confused with another songwriter and producer Robert "Bumps" Blackwell.