Dee Dee Sharp

Dee Dee Sharp is best known for her string of catchy dance hits in the early 1960s, especially her breakout smash “Mashed Potato Time” in 1962, which helped popularize the Mashed Potato dance craze. Born Dione LaRue in Philadelphia, she got her start as a backing vocalist before stepping into the spotlight with a sound that blended pop, R&B, and early soul. Her energetic voice and youthful charisma made her a regular on shows like American Bandstand and a key figure in the Philadelphia sound of that era.

In addition to “Mashed Potato Time,” Sharp followed up with hits like “Gravy (For My Mashed Potatoes)” and “Ride!,” cementing her place as a teen idol of the time. She later collaborated with artists like Chubby Checker and continued to perform and record throughout the decades. Her early work remains a fun and influential slice of American pop and R&B history.

Genres

Philly Soul

Doo-wop

Northern Soul

Latest Release

Rock Me In The Cradle Of Love / You'll Never Be Mine

Dee Dee Sharp

Single - Released February 3, 2023