Mickey Murray was an American soul and funk singer who rose to prominence in the late 1960s. His musical style was greatly influenced by the popular southern soul and rhythm and blues of the era. He is best known for his hit single "Shout Bamalama," a version of Otis Redding's song, which reached number 8 on the R&B charts in 1967. Despite his brief period of fame, Murray's soulful voice and energetic performances have left a lasting impact on the genre.