Berry Gordy: The Father of Motown (and Berry and Sherry and Terri and Kerry)

Lost Souls of Detroit

Sep 13 2021 • 47 mins

Berry Gordy is a household name in America, primarily for his contributions to American music. But did you know he has some ridiculous celebrity relatives?

Listen and learn about Berry Gordy's humble beginnings in Detroit, and how his entrepreneurial spirit took him to unprecedented heights in an era that was more difficult for black Americans to break the mainstream mold of success.

Be sure to follow us on Twitter @SoulsDetroit and Instagram at @LostSoulsofDetroit.

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