Jackie Neal
Jacqueline "Jackie" Neal (July 7, 1967 – March 10, 2005)[1] was an American blues singer.
Jackie Neal | |
|---|---|
| Born | Jacqueline Neal July 7, 1967 Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Died | March 10, 2005 Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Cause of death | Assassination by gunshot |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Blues |
| Instruments | Vocals |
Career
Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, her parents were Shirley and Raful Neal. Her father was a blues musician too, as were eight of her ten siblings, including Kenny Neal. She was best known for her hit singles "Right Thang, Wrong Man", "The Way We Roll" featuring her son Bro Bro, and "Down in the Club".
Death
She was shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend, James White, on March 10, 2005, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was 37.[2]
Discography
Albums
- Blues Won't Let You Go (1995)
- Lookin' for a Sweet Thang (2000)
- Money Can't Buy Me Love (2002)
- Down in da Club (2005)
References
- "The Dead Rock Stars Club : 2005 January to June". Thedeadrockstarsclub.com. Retrieved July 10, 2010.
- "James White Admits to Killing Jackie Neal, Tells Family He's Sorry". Wafb.com. Retrieved January 21, 2020.
External links
- Jackie Neal at Find a Grave
- Jackie Neal featured on TV
- Jackie Neal discography at Discogs
- Jackie Neal at IMDb
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