Brenton Wood

American singer (1941–2025)

Alfred Jesse Smith (July 26, 1941 – January 3, 2025), also known as Brenton Wood, was an American singer-songwriter. He was known for his three 1967 hit singles, "The Oogum Boogum Song", "Gimme Little Sign" and "Baby You Got It".

Brenton Wood
Background information
Birth nameAlfred Jesse Smith
Born(1941-07-26)July 26, 1941
Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S.
OriginSan Pedro, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
DiedJanuary 3, 2025(2025-01-03) (aged 83)
Moreno Valley, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • keyboards

Wood died at his home in Moreno Valley, California on January 3, 2025 at the age of 83.[1]

References

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  1. "'Oogum Boogum' Singer Brenton Wood Dead at 83". TMZ. 3 January 2025. Retrieved 3 January 2025.

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