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Tommy Edwards was a groundbreaking American singer, songwriter, and performer known for his smooth blend of R&B, jazz, and traditional pop. Born February 17, 1922 in Richmond, Virginia, he rose to prominence in the late 1940s and continued influencing generations of vocalists until his passing in 1969. Edwards’ career marked historic milestones, including becoming the first African-American artist to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the 1958 classic “It’s All in the Game,” a global hit that also topped the UK charts and sold over 3.5 million copies.