Randy Crawford
Randy Crawford, born Veronica Crawford on February 18, 1952, in Macon, Georgia, is an acclaimed American jazz and R&B singer. She began singing in church and school, later performing in nightclubs from a young age, with her father as her chaperone. Crawford gained early recognition in the mid-1970s in New York, collaborating with jazz luminaries such as George Benson and Cannonball Adderley. She signed with Columbia Records in 1972, releasing her first single, "Knock On Wood/If You Say the Word."
Crawford's breakthrough came in 1979 when she provided the lead vocals for The Crusaders' hit "Street Life," which became a top-40 hit in the US and a top-5 hit in the UK. Her solo career flourished in Europe, particularly in the UK, where she achieved multiple top-20 hits, including "One Day I'll Fly Away" and "You Might Need Somebody." Her 1981 album "Secret Combination" remained on the UK Albums Chart for 60 weeks.
Despite her success in Europe, Crawford did not achieve the same level of recognition in the United States. However, she was honored as the Best British Female Solo Artist at the 1982 Brit Awards due to her popularity in the UK. Throughout her career, she collaborated with numerous notable artists, including Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, and Al Jarreau.
Crawford continued to record and perform into the 1990s and 2000s, releasing albums like "Naked And True" in 1995 and collaborating with pianist Joe Sample on the 2006 album "Feeling Good." Although she retired from active performance in 2018, Randy Crawford remains celebrated for her soulful voice and contributions to jazz and R&B music.
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