House Resolution 697
By: Representatives Alexander of the 66th, Cannon of the 58th, and Berry of the 56th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Haywood Tucker; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Haywood Tucker, an Atlanta native, has long been recognized for his musical
contributions and leadership in the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, starting with humble beginnings, recording his band in his parents' living room,
he quickly expanded to opening Haywood's Recording Studio in 1978, in Atlanta, Georgia;
and
WHEREAS, the first client at his studio was the renowned Atlanta funk band "The SOS
Band," later Haywood would record other legendary singers and bands such as Curtis
Mayfeild, Ollie Wilson of "The Temptations," Rev. Charles Davis, and Major Lance; and
WHEREAS, he also worked with and recorded political greats such as the late civil rights
icon and Untied States Congressman John Lewis, Atlanta Mayor Maynard Jackson, civil
rights activist Jessie Jackson, and Georgia State Representative "Able" Mable Thomas; and
WHEREAS, Haywood is known as the "Splice King" for his extraordinary ability to cut tape
and put songs together; and
WHEREAS, to this day, Haywood continues to sing, record, and produce music along with
his wife, children, and grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the musical, cultural, and creative talents
of this outstanding Georgian are appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Haywood Tucker and extend sincere best
wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Haywood Tucker.