Little Richard

Hits like "Tutti Frutti," "Long Tall Sally" and "Good Golly Miss Molly" were influential to many, especially the Beatles.

Little Richards' influence on the history of rock 'n' roll can't be overstated.

He's one of the most energetic performers in rock 'n' roll history, but even Little Richard can't avoid the effects of getting older. And he recently received a scary reminder of his own mortality.

One of rock's most distinctive and influential performers is calling it quits.