New Orleans singer Jean Knight has passed away at the age of 80 on November 22, 2023.

Knight was born in New Orleans as Jean Caliste on January 26, 1943. After graduating from high school, Knight began singing at her cousin’s bar “Laura’s Place.” In 1965 Knight recorded a demo cover version of Jackie Wilson’s song "Stop Doggin' Me Around," as “Doggin Around.” This caught the attention of producer Huey Meau...