Little Richard Biography, Age, Weight, Height, Friend, Like, Affairs, Favourite, Birthdate & Other

Little Richard, born as Richard Wayne Penniman, is a musician who defined the rock and roll music scenario in the America of the 1950s with his flamboyant style, sexy lyrics, and dynamic music. He was one of the first male artists to unabashedly wear makeup on stage and was famous for his androgynous dance moves. He revolutionized the music world by introducing a certain kind of freedom characterized by the open expression of sexuality and rebellion.

His music marked by loud screams, whooping sounds and sexually suggestive lyrics set the trend which several other rock and roll musicians tried to emulate over the years. He grew up malnourished in a poor neighbourhood and sought solace in church activities and prayers. He was also made fun of because of his effeminate appearance. His father threw him out of the house when he was a teenager because of rumours regarding his sexuality.

He overcame the hardships of his youth to become one of the foremost figures of American rock and roll music and gave the world hits like Tutti-Frutti and Long Tall Sally. He inspired several musicians, including the Beatles with his musical style and enjoyed a long and productive career that spanned over six decades.