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Major Harris

1947 – 2012

American R&B singer

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About Major Harris

Lived 1947 – 2012 (aged 65). Major Harris was an American singer, guitarist and musician.

Major Harris III (February 9, 1947 Early in his career, Harris sang with groups such as the Charmers, the Teenagers, the Jarmels,

In 1984, Harris recorded the LP I Believe in Love on Streetwave Records, the title track of the same name which did receive airplay that year on BBC Radio 1 from DJ Robbie Vincent. However, the album had limited success.

When his success as a soloist subsided, Harris returned to the Delfonics,

Harris died in a Richmond, Virginia, hospital from congestive heart and lung failure at the age of 65.

Discography Studio albums YearAlbumLabelPeak chart positionsUS US R&B UK 1974 "Each Morning I Wake Up" — 98 — — — 1975 "Love Won't Let Me Wait" 5 1 33 85 371976 "I Got Over Love" — 24 — — — "It's Got to Be Magic" — 91 — — — "Jealousy" 73 46 — — — "Laid Back Love" 91 57 — — — 1981 "Here We Are" — — — — —1983 "All My Life" — 52 — — 61 "I Want Your Love" — — — — —1984 "Gotta Make Up Your Mind" — — — — — "I Believe in Love" — — — — — "—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.

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Also known as
Major Harris III

People in Major Harris's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Major Harris?

American R&B singer (1947–2012)

When was Major Harris born?

Major Harris was born on 9 February 1947 in Richmond.

When did Major Harris die?

Major Harris died on 9 November 2012 in Richmond.

What was Major Harris's occupation?

Major Harris was a singer, guitarist and musician.

What nationality was Major Harris?

Major Harris was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Major Harris

· Wikidata: Q26869

· DBpedia: Major Harris (singer)

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