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Johnny Shuggie Otis (born Johnny Alexander Veliotes Jr.; November 30, 1953) is an American singer-songwriter, recording artist, and multi-instrumentalist. Otis's composition "Strawberry Letter 23" as recorded by The Brothers Johnson topped the Billboard R&B chart and reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1977. He achieved commercial success with his 1974 single "Inspiration Information" (from the album of the same title), reaching No. 56 on the R&B chart.

Quick facts about Shuggie Otis

  • Full name: Shuggie Otis
  • Born: 1953-11-30
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q939121

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Who is Shuggie Otis?

Johnny Shuggie Otis (born Johnny Alexander Veliotes Jr.; November 30, 1953) is an American singer-songwriter, recording artist, and multi-instrumentalist. Otis's composition "Strawberry Letter 23" as recorded by The Brothers Johnson topped the Billboard R&B chart and reached No.

What nationality is Shuggie Otis?

Shuggie Otis is United States.

When was Shuggie Otis born?

Shuggie Otis was born on 1953-11-30.

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