EntertainmentAmerican1936 – 1983
James Jamerson
Motown bassist, influential session musician
Biography
Legendary session bassist for Motown Records who played on countless hit records. He is considered one of the most influential bassists in music history.
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Quick Facts
Category
Entertainment
Nationality
American
Born
1936
Died
1983
Thinking about the name
Jamerson
English origin
“A patronymic form meaning 'son of James,' following English surname tradition but used as a first name. Jamerson carries the weight of family lineage while feeling contemporary as a given name. The name suggests heritage, strength, and traditional values with modern application.”