Peppermint Harris, whose real name was Harrison D. Nelson Jr., was an American rhythm and blues singer and guitarist known for his distinctive, smooth vocal style. Active in the music industry from the late 1940s to the 1990s, he is best remembered for his 1950 hit "I Got Loaded," which topped the Billboard R&B chart. His music exhibited the classic Texas blues style, blending elements of jazz and R&B. Despite his relatively low profile in mainstream music, Harris's influence can be traced in the work of many later blues and rock musicians.