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June 09, 2026

Legendary soul singer Jackie Wilson, whose hits included "Lonely Teardrops," and "Higher and Higher" was born in 1934 in Detroit.

From The Bottom Up: Segment 1

POSTED: December 19, 2008, 1:39 am

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Philadelphia International Records founder Kenny Gamble talks about change and rebuilding communities.

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