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Maurice Williams, ‘Stay’ Singer and the Zodiacs Frontman, Dies at 86
Maurice Williams, the lead singer of Maurice Williams and the Zodiacs and writer behind the hit 'Stay,' died Aug. 6. He was 86.
Born on April 26, 1938, in Lancaster, S.C., Williams was a prominent figure in the American doo-wop scene of the second half of the 20th century. “Stay” was also performed by Browne, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and others at the 1979 No Nukes concert at Madison Square Garden. Following the song’s massive success, Williams would continue to tour and perform, keeping the spirit of doo-wop alive.
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