Little Richard

Little Richard is a rock and roll musician from the fifties well-known for his wild playing style, especially on the piano. This garnered him numerous hit singles and an enormous legacy. He influenced the likes of Led Zeppelin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Elton John. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Little Richard was a charter member of the actual Hall of Fame. His Keep-A-Knockin' was the inspiration for the drum riff in Led Zeppelin's Rock and Roll. His Good Golly Miss Molly was the inspiration for CCR's Travelin' Band. He performed the theme song to the PBS childrens program The Magic School Bus.