Sir Charles Jones
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About
American singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist best known for his work in the Southern soul, blues, R&B, and gospel genres. Often called "The Undisputed King of Southern Soul," he rose to fame with hit songs like "Country Boy," "Friday," and "On My Own Again." His second album, "Love Machine," spent a remarkable 57 weeks on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, peaking at #28.
Before Fame
He received early exposure to music from his father, who was a composer and pianist, and taught himself to write, arrange, and produce songs at a young age. From 1994 to 1999, he worked as a background singer for Marvin Sease on his Chitlin' Circuit tours.
Trivia
He was named International Entertainer of the Year by American Blues Network from 2001 to 2004. In 2002 and 2003, he received the American Blues Network Award for Album of the Year. In 2003 and 2004, he was honored with the BB King Achievement Award.
Family Life
His father, Charles Jones Sr., was a composer and pianist. His mother, Blanche Deborah Jones, was a minister, singer, and civil rights activist who worked multiple jobs to support her family after she divorced from his father.
Associated With
His 2021 single "Can You Get Away?" was a collaborative effort with blues singer Pokey Bear. He collaborated with Boosie Badazz on the 2024 single, "Lord I'm Trying."
