Kathy Sledge

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Kathy Sledge born?January 6, 1959
2. Where was Kathy Sledge born?Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
3. What is the founding role?Youngest and founding member of the Grammy-nominated group Sister Sledge
4. Who is Kathy Sledge?Kathy Sledge is the youngest founding member of the R&B group Sister Sledge. She was born on January 6, 1959 and is a singer, songwriter, and producer.
5. Which famous song did Kathy sing lead on?Kathy sang the lead vocals on the hit "We Are Family" and also on "He's the Greatest Dancer."

R&B (Rhythm and Blues): A genre of popular music originating in African American communities, characterized by soulful vocals and strong rhythms.
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