American singer and composer Wanda LaVonne Jackson was born on October 20, 1937. She has produced songs in the rock, country, and gospel genres since the 1950s.
She was one of the first women to pursue a career in rock and roll, and the 1950s singles she released helped her earn the moniker “The Queen of Rockabilly.” She is also regarded as one of the first female country music stars.
Let’s learn more about her career and some other notable achievements.
Is Wanda Jackson in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
Jackson was formally admitted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2009 under the “Early Influence” category. Rosanne Cash, a singer-songwriter, gave her the induction.
Jackson and artist Jack White worked together to make the critically acclaimed single The Party Ain’t Over. She maintained a hectic travelling schedule for several years until announcing her decision to stop performing in 2019. In 2021, she released her last studio effort.
