When did Sister Rosetta Tharpe pass away?
October 9, 1973
November 9, 1973
September 9, 1973
August 9, 1973
Answer
Sister Rosetta Tharpe passed away on October 9, 1973. She was an American gospel and rhythm and blues singer and guitarist who was known as "The Godmother of Rock and Roll". She was one of the first gospel musicians to cross over to secular audiences and her music influenced many later artists, including Elvis Presley, Little Richard, and Johnny Cash.
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