Carla Thomas | |
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![]() Carla Thomas c. 1960s | |
Background information | |
Birth name | Carla Venita Thomas |
Born | Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. | December 21, 1942
Genres | |
Occupation(s) | Vocalist |
Instrument | Vocals |
Years active | 1960–present |
Labels | Stax |
Carla Venita Thomas (born December 21, 1942)[1] is an American singer, who is often referred to as the Queen of Memphis Soul. She is best known for her 1960s recordings for Atlantic and Stax including the hits "Gee Whiz (Look at His Eyes)" (1960), "B-A-B-Y" (1966) and "Tramp" (1967), a duet with Otis Redding. She is the daughter of Rufus Thomas.
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