Timmy Shaw was an American soul and R&B singer and songwriter active primarily in the 1960s. Known for his gritty vocals and emotive style, he made his mark on the Detroit soul scene. Shaw's most notable hit, "Gonna Send You Back to Georgia," peaked at number 14 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1964. His music, though not widely recognized today, significantly contributed to the development of the gritty, raw sound that characterized Detroit soul.