Stella Johnson
Trial of Stagger Lee
7", 45 RPM — 1961
In 1961, R&B vocalist Stella Johnson released the single "Trial of Stagger Lee" on Concertone Records, with "That's What I'm Gonna Do" as the B-side.
"Trial of Stagger Lee" serves as an answer song to Lloyd Price's 1958 hit "Stagger Lee." Johnson's rendition offers a unique perspective on the narrative, contributing to the rich tapestry of interpretations.