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Merry Clayton (born December 25, 1948) is an American soul and gospel singer. She contributed vocals to numerous tracks and worked with many major recording artists for decades, including a duet with Mick Jagger on the Rolling Stones song "Gimme Shelter".
May 3, 2009 · 4.8K. 989K views 15 years ago. Merry performs her classic rendition of the Stones mega smash "Gimme Shelter". Not only was she the featured female vocalist on their version she also covered the...
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Merry Clayton is a living legend of unparalleled solar-powered vocal majesty, boldly bringing the Black American church experience across musical genres and styles. merryclayton.com and 4 more...
Apr 7, 2021 · NBCBLK. Beloved background singer Merry Clayton enters her own spotlight. Clayton has endured heartbreak, loss and a life-altering car accident. But she has persevered with the power of music....
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Feb 24, 2023 · Merry Clayton was a 20-year-old gospel singer who was called to sing on the song 'Gimme Shelter' by the Rolling Stones in 1969. She delivered a powerful performance that cracked her voice, but also led to a miscarriage.
Mar 28, 2021 · The Unstoppable Merry Clayton One of music’s greatest backup singers is releasing “Beautiful Scars,” her first new album in over 25 years, after surviving an accident that proved that her ...
Apr 9, 2021 · Music Interviews. No Longer '20 Feet From Stardom': Singer Merry Clayton Steps Out Of The Background. April 9, 20211:36 PM ET. Heard on Fresh Air. Terry Gross. 30-Minute Listen. Playlist....
