Chuck Berry

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Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry (born October 18, 1926) is one of the pioneers of rock and roll music.

Chuck Berry's music has transcended generations. He earns respect to this day because he is truly an entertainer. Berry, also known as "The Father of Rock & Roll", gained success by watching the audience's reaction and playing accordingly, putting his listeners' amusement above all else.

Tunes like "Johnny B. Goode," "Maybellene" and "Memphis" have become anthems to an integrated American youth and popular culture. Berry is a musical icon who established rock and roll as a musical form and brought the worlds of black and white together in song.

Berry was among the first musicians to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on its opening in 1986.

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