Born as Jean Caliste in 1943, Knight embarked on her musical journey in 1965 with the release of her debut song, a cover of Jackie Wilson's "Stop Doggin' Me Around." Her breakthrough came in 1971 with the release of "Mr. Big Stuff," which led to a record deal with Stax Records. "'Mr. Big Stuff,' renowned for its infectious refrain, 'Who do you think you are?,' was not just a chart-topping anthem; it was the result of soulful, syncopated melodies that resonated through the Crescent City," her family expressed in tribute to her legacy.
