Blues legend Big Mama Thornton was born in Ariton, Alabama on December 11, 1926. Known for her powerful voice and sexually explicit lyrics, Thornton was the original performer of the hit song “Hound Dog,” commonly associated with Elvis Presley, and “Ball and Chain,” covered by Janis Joplin. Thornton was known for her tough demeanor as well as her stocky frame and powerful voice. She dressed in men’s clothing and drank heavily throughout her adult life. Her drinking may have contributed to her de
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Big Mama Thornton, who had a massive hit with 'Nothin' But a Hound Dog', passed away on July 26th 1984. Big Mama was a big woman with a big voice, a big harmonica sound, a big stage presence and a big hit record that was cruelly overshadowed by the Elvis version. | All About Blues Music
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