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Female vocal trio The Dixie Cups was formed in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1963. They are best-known for their hit singles “Chapel of Love” (1964), “People Say” (1964), and “Iko Iko” (1965). Comprised of sisters Barbara Ann Hawkins (born October 23, 1943) and Rosa Lee Hawkins (born October 23, 1945), and their cousin, Joan Marie Johnson (born January 15, 1944), the trio was discovered by New Orleans-based R&B singer/songwriter Joe Jones, who became their manager. He introduced them to iconic songwriting/production team Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who signed them to their Red Bir...