Remembering Jean Knight: The Soulful Voice Behind "Mr Big Stuff" Passes Away at 80

Jean Knight, the soul and funk singer known for her hit song "Mr Big Stuff," has passed away at the age of 80. Knight's career took off with the release of "Mr Big Stuff" in 1971, which topped the US R&B chart and reached No 2 on the pop chart. Despite disputes with her record label, Knight continued to record music and had a minor hit in 1985. "Mr Big Stuff" remained popular through various syncs and samples by other artists. Knight's legacy as a talented soul singer will be remembered in the music industry.