Georgia Tom

Singer, pianist and songwriter, best known for blues classic "It's Tight Like That" (1928) and gospel standards like "Precious Lord, Take My Hand" (1932). In 1932 Dorsey (better known as "Rev. Thomas A. Dorsey") completely turned to writing Christian songs. Born: June 1, 1899 - Villa Rica, GA Died: January 23, 1993 - Chicago, IL Dorsey got awarded with a Governor's Award For The Arts in Chicago (1985) and a Grammy/National Trustees Award (1992).