William DeVaughn
William Edward DeVaughn Jr. was born on November 28, 1947, in the United States
of America and is an R&B/soul singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Initially a
salaried government employee as a drafting technician, DeVaughn began his music
career as a part-time singer. His breakthrough came with the song "A Cadillac
Don't Come Easy", which he re-wrote into "Be Thankful for What You Got" in 1972.
The track was recorded at Sigma Sound Studios in Philadelphia and featured
members of the MFSB group, including guitarists Norman Harris and Bobby Eli,
drummer Earl Young, vibraphonist Vince...
