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Patti LaBelle

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Patti LaBelle (born Patricia Louise Holte in 1944) is an American R&B and soul singer who first gained prominence as the lead vocalist of Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles in the 1960s, later achieving greater success with the group LaBelle in the 1970s. After going solo in 1976, LaBelle established herself with hits like "You Are My Friend" and later "New Attitude" from the "Beverly Hills Cop" soundtrack. Known for her powerful vocal range and dynamic stage presence, LaBelle earned multiple Grammy Awards throughout her six-decade career and has been recognized with honors including inductions into the Grammy Hall of Fame and the Apollo Theater Hall of Fame.

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What group was Patti LaBelle in before going solo?

Before going solo in 1976, Patti LaBelle was the lead vocalist of the group Labelle, who famously recorded the 1974 disco hit "Lady Marmalade." Prior to that, she found success in the 1960s fronting Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles.

Did Patti LaBelle sing the original Lady Marmalade?

Yes, Patti LaBelle and her group Labelle released the original version of "Lady Marmalade" in 1974. The song hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and later became a massive hit again in 2001 when covered by Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya, and Pink.

What is Patti LaBelle's biggest solo hit?

One of Patti LaBelle's most famous solo hits is "On My Own," a duet with Michael McDonald that reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1986. She is also highly celebrated for her solo power ballad "You Are My Friend."

What is Patti LaBelle's real name?

Patti LaBelle was born Patricia Louise Holte in 1944. She adopted her iconic stage name early in her career when she was performing with the Bluebelles.