
Jackie
Wilson
1987
Peter Wolf
Call him what you will—Mr. Excitement, the black Elvis—Jackie Wilson can’t be put into words. Jackie Wilson’s athleticism, energy and raw sexual magnetism whipped audiences into a frenzy. He could deliver a pitch-perfect performance all while spinning, jumping and dropping to a split.
Impact

one of the most elegant performers there was
Peter Wolf

1987 Hall of Fame Essay
Call him what you will—Mr. Excitement, the black Elvis—Jackie Wilson can’t be put into words...
Written By Michael Hill
sealed with a signature
This is the signature that appears on the inductee’s plaque at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to officially commemorate their induction.
Jackie Wilson
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