Wilbert Harrison was an American singer, pianist, and guitarist known for his rhythm and blues and soul music style. Born in 1929, he rose to fame with his 1959 hit "Kansas City," which topped the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts. Harrison's simple, stripped-down sound, characterized by his distinctive voice and the use of few instruments, was a significant influence in the development of mid-20th-century popular music. His 1962 hit "Let's Stick Together" further solidified his place in music history.