Influences on Otis Redding

Influences on Otis Redding

Otis Redding's greatest influence was another Macon, Georgia, resident: Little Richard.

Influenced by Otis Redding

Dozens of artists have explicitly acknowledged the influence of Otis Redding on their work or paid tribute to his importance by covering his songs:

The Grateful Dead
The Doors
Willie Nelson
Al Green
Arthur Conley
The Black Crowes
The Righteous Brothers
Pearl Jam
John Mayer
Christine Aguilera
Etta James
Rod Stewart
Michael Bolton
Kanye West
Kelly Clarkson
Toots Hibbert of Toots & The Maytals