Jackie Wilson was one of the first R&B vocalists to enjoy success in the early rock and roll era. His energetic performances garnered him the nickname "Mr. Excitement," and he was known for his powerful, wide-ranging vocals. Wilson's hits included "To Be Loved," "That's Why," "I'll Be Satisfied," "Lonely Teardrops," and "Higher and Higher." Jackie Wilson passed away in 1984 at the age of forty-nine. He was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 and into Hollywood's RockWalk in 2002. Click on the thumbnail to the right to see Jackie Wilson's Rockwalk Plaque.