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Dorothy LaBostrie
Dorothy LaBostrie (May 28, 1928 – November 4, 2007), later known as Dorothy LaBostrie Black, was an American songwriter renowned for co-writing Little Richard's iconic 1955 hit "Tutti Frutti." Born in Rayland, Kentucky, she was raised in Mobile, Alabama, and moved to New Orleans in 1951. Initially working as a cook and waitress, LaBostrie began frequenting blues and jazz clubs, which paved the way for her songwriting career.

In 1955, she was approached by record producer Bumps Blackwell to rewrite the lyrics of a song by Little Richard. LaBostrie quickly transformed the song into "Tutti Frutti," a track that became a defining anthem of rock and roll. Although credited as a co-writer with Little Richard, she claimed to have written the entire song. Her work continued to earn her royalties well into the 1980s.

LaBostrie also contributed to other musical projects, including the song "Rich Woman," which gained later fame through covers by artists like Robert Plant and Alison Krauss. She wrote "I Won't Cry" for Johnny Adams, marking the beginning of his career, and penned Irma Thomas' first record, which achieved national success.

Despite a promising start, her relationship with the music industry waned, and after a road accident in 1970, she relocated to New York, distancing herself from music. Dorothy LaBostrie Black passed away in 2007 while visiting friends in Atlanta, Georgia.
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