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The Redding Estate and the Otis Redding Foundation partner with United Way of Central Georgia and others to bring over 1,000 copies of the children’s lyric book “Respect” to Middle Georgia youth

Otis Redding’s “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay” spent four weeks atop Billboard’s Hot 100 starting in March 1968, but Redding never knew it: He died in a plane crash Dec. With a caravan in tow, Karla Redding-Andrews opened the gate to the private ranch for a birthday barbeque for a few sponsors of the Otis Redding Foundation. PHOTOS: Otis Redding's Big 'O' Ranch 1/27. Otis Redding III along with a stellar cast of performers whose music inspired and entertained are joined by the next generation of performers with something to say, performing folk songs, R&B classics, and popular hits from the period, such as Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come,” the protest anthem “We Shall Overcome,” Jimi Hendrix’s “Purple Haze,” Santana’s. Bring the words of Otis Redding to a child in your life with this beautiful new children’s lyric book based on the lyrics of “Respect.' With illustrations by Jamaican artist Rachel Moss, this irresistible book shows a young girl, her brother, and her parents conjuring as many positive futures for each other as they can dream. Packed with playful vignettes as they imagine a life full of.

MACON, GA- The Redding Estate and the Otis Redding Foundation have teamed up with Middle Georgia organizations to distribute over 1,000 copies of the “Respect” children’s lyric book to at-risk and in-need youth in the community of Middle Georgia, including children in the Tindall Heights community where Otis Redding grew up.

United Way of Central Georgia, Navicent Health Foundation, Jones County School District and more have joined the Foundation in its mission to bring this book of positivity and joy to the hands of as many children as possible. The Foundation and its partners will lead a “Read for Respect” day on October 15, 2020, when books will be distributed to third graders across Middle Georgia.

“We love seeing the words and music of Otis Redding reaching a new generation,” says Karla Redding-Andrews, daughter of Otis Redding and VP/Executive Director of the Otis Redding Foundation. “And to have it tie into the focus of literacy in our community is so very important to the Foundation, my family, and the legacy of my father.”

The book is available to preorder now via the Otis Redding Foundation online store (https://otisreddingfoundationstore.square.site), with a limited quantity signed by the Redding family also available. Signed copies are $35 and regular copies are $18. All proceeds from products sold via the Foundation’s online store benefit the Foundation’s programs.

With illustrations by Jamaican artist Rachel Moss, this book shows a young girl, her brother, and her parents conjuring as many positive futures for each other as they can dream.

“Respect is a positive book, about coming together to support our children’s dreams and empowering our girls to be anything they can put their minds to,” says artist Rachel Moss. Sims 3 mac review.

The book includes a ten-question discussion guide, “What Does Respect Mean to You?” to help caregivers and children continue to reflect on the meaningful message the song lyrics instill in the reader and listener.

“Respect” was originally written and recorded by Otis Redding in 1965. Aretha Franklin’s iconic rendition later peaked at #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. The Otis Redding Estate and the Otis Redding Foundation collaborated with Akashic Books and LyricVerse to publish the song lyrics of “Respect” by Otis Redding as one of the titles in its LyricPop series. The book will be published on October 6, 2020.

About Otis Redding Foundation:

Otis Redding Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Macon, Ga. Founded in 2007, ORF looks to empower, enrich and motivate all young people through programs involving music, writing and instrumentation. For additional information visit https://otisreddingfoundation.org, follow the Foundation on Facebook and Instagram.

About Akashic Books:

Akashic Books is a Brooklyn-based independent publisher known for groundbreaking work such as the children’s picture book I Love You Too by Ziggy Marley and literary fiction by Booker Prize–winning authors Marlon James, Bernardine Evaristo, and Ben Okri. It launched the LyricPop series of children’s books based on famous song lyrics by renowned songwriters in June 2020. To learn more, visit akashicbooks.com.

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Biography

Otis Redding is best known as a Blues Singer. Soul and blues singer-songwriter and producer best known for the song “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay.” Released after his death, it became the first single to posthumously top the Billboard 100. He was born on September 9, 1941 in Dawson, GA. He co-wrote “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay” with Steve Cropper, who also played guitar on the track. He sang for the Macon radio station WIBB every Sunday for six dollars. He had his own band called Otis and the Shooters.

He is one of the successful Blues Singer. He has ranked on the list of those famous people who were born on September 9, 1941. He is one of the Richest Blues Singer who was born in GA. He also has a position among the list of Most popular Blues Singer.

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First NameOtis
Last NameRedding
ProfessionBlues Singer
Age, Birthday & Zodiac
DiedDec 10, 1967 ( age 26)
Birth SignVirgo
Birth DateSeptember 9, 1941
BirthdaySeptember 9
Birth PlaceDawson, GA
CountryGA
Height & Weight
Height (Approx.)5 Feet 11 Inches
Weight (Approx.)337 lbs (152.8 kg)
Body MeasurementsNot Available
Physical Stats
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorDark Brown
Dress SizeNot Known
Shoe Size8.5 (US), 7.5 (UK), 42 (EU), 26.5 (CM)
Family & Relatives
FatherNot Known
MotherNot Known
SiblingsNot Known
RelativesNot Known

He is considered the King of Soul and influenced many groups, such as The Beatles, The Doors, and Led Zeppelin.

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Otis Redding has been died on Dec 10, 1967 ( age 26). Otis born under the Virgo horoscope as Otis's birth date is September 9.

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Estimated Net Worth in 2020$1 Million - $5 Million (Approx.)
Previous Year's Net Worth (2019)$100,000 - $1 Million
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Income SourcePrimary Income source Blues Singer (profession).

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  • Favorite Actor: Peter O'Toole
  • Favorite Actress: Anne Bancroft
  • Favorite Books: Blindness
  • Favorite Colors: Burgundy
  • Favorite Destination: Leiden (Netherlands)
  • Favorite Food: Macaroni
  • Favorite Fruits: Cherry

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