Dinah Washington

Dinah Washington—an American jazz, blues, R&B, and gospel vocalist and musician—rose to prominence in the 1950s. Dubbed the "Queen of the Blues," she showcased her gritty, high-pitched voice across various genres. As a solo artist and part of Lionel Hampton's band, her hits included Evil Gal Blues, Am I Asking Too Much, and Baby Get Lost, accumulating 27 R&B top-10 hits.