Phillip Mitchell

Leroy Phillip Mitchell, known as Prince Phillip Mitchell, is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born on June 27, 1944, in Louisville, Kentucky, Mitchell began his musical journey at a young age. He started singing while in school and taught himself to play the guitar and piano. Mitchell gained recognition as the lead singer of various groups, including the Checkmates and the Moonlighters. As a songwriter, he achieved success with hits like 'Starting All Over Again' for Mel and Tim and 'It Hurts So Good' and 'Leftovers' for Millie Jackson. Mitchell also had a successful solo career in the 1970s and 1980s.