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Roy Hawkins
Composer·USA·1903–1974
Roy Theodore Hawkins was an American blues singer, pianist, and songwriter. Several of his songs, most notably "The Thrill Is Gone" and his first hit "Why Do Things Happen to Me", were covered by later artists, including Ray Charles, B.B. King, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and Willie Nelson..
Also known as: Mr. Undertaker
Career
Stats
- Credits
- 1
- 1 production
- Active
- 1995
- <1 year
Recognition
Awards (0 won, 1 total)
- NOMAcademy Award·Best Original Score·1996→Casino
Highlights
Known for
Career
Filmography
| Production | Year | Role | Format | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Casino | 1995 | Composer | — |
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Frequent collaborators
People who have worked on the most productions alongside Roy Hawkins.



