Roy Brown was an influential American R&B singer, songwriter and musician, who was active during the 1940s and 1950s. His style, characterized by a powerful, emotive vocal delivery, combined elements of blues, jazz, and gospel, and was a significant factor in the development of rock and roll. Brown's biggest hit, "Good Rocking Tonight," has been covered by numerous artists and is considered a landmark in the transition from R&B to rock. Despite his short career due to health issues, his work had a profound influence on future generations of rock and roll musicians.