Jerry Butler

Jerry Butler

musician United States

Jerry Butler, born on December 8, 1939, in Mississippi, was a prominent R&B and soul singer best known as a member of the legendary group The Impressions. He began his musical career in a Chicago church choir alongside Curtis Mayfield, and the two would go on to create some of the most memorable songs of the 1960s. Butler's songwriting talents were showcased in hits like 'For Your Precious Love' and 'I've Been Loving You Too Long.' In addition to his musical career, Butler served as a politician in Illinois from 1985 to 2018. He passed away in his home at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of music and community service.

Born on Dec 08, 1939 (85 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
267,663
Power
12,989$
Sentiment
8.62
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 2 9.00 0.04% +0% 331,002,651 120,892 $21,000,000 7,670$
United Kingdom 2 8.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 36,527 $2,700,000 1,453$
France 2 9.00 0.10% +10% 65,273,511 70,221 $2,700,000 2,905$
Hungary 2 8.00 0.08% +0% 9,660,351 7,374 $160,000 122$
Dominican Republic 1 9.00 0.07% +0% 10,847,910 7,365 $89,000 60$
Italy 1 7.00 0.03% +0% 60,461,826 19,311 $2,000,000 639$
Portugal 1 8.00 0.06% +0% 10,196,709 5,973 $240,000 141$
Totals 11 555,328,969 267,663 $28,889,000 12,990$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Jerry Butler was a US singer and songwriter who had a string of 1960s pop and soul hits before a long career in Illinois politics. 7

The Guardian: Jerry Butler, soul hitmaker and Illinois politician, dies aged 85 | Soul

Portugal Portugal: Jerry Butler was a prominent soul singer known for hits like For Your Precious Love and Only the Strong Survive. 8

Público: Morreu aos 85 anos o cantor Jerry Butler | Música

United States United States: Jerry Butler was a graceful singer and songwriter known for his hit-heavy solo career and as the first leader of the Impressions. 9

The New York Times: Jerry Butler, Singer Known as the Iceman, Dies at 85

United States United States: Jerry Butler was a premier soul singer of the 1960s and after whose rich, intimate baritone graced such hits as 'For Your Precious Love' and 'Only the Strong Survive.' 9

CNN: Jerry ‘Ice Man’ Butler, soul singer whose hits included ‘Only the Strong Survive,’ dead at 85

Hungary Hungary: Jerry Butler was a singer in the R&B and soul group The Impressions and later pursued a political career in Illinois. 8

Index.hu: Index - Kultúr - Meghalt Jerry „Jégember” Butler