Ben E. King Net Worth

Joins The Drifters

Joins the Drifters as lead singer, revitalizing the group.

"There Goes My Baby" Hit

Sings lead on the hit, significantly boosting popularity and earnings.

Solo Career Begins

Leaves The Drifters and begins his solo career with Atlantic Records.

"Spanish Harlem" Success

Releases "Spanish Harlem," achieving early solo success.

"Stand By Me" Released

"Stand by Me" is released, becoming his signature song and a hit.

"Stand By Me" Re-Release

The song gets re-released after appearing in a movie, and becomes a bigger hit than the first time around.

Ben E. King Passes Away

King dies and is remembered for his influential soul and R&B music.

"Stand By Me" Legacy

Ben E. King's musical legacy endures, "Stand By Me" remains a timeless classic.