Memphis

Smith made FedEx the world’s largest shipping company and a global giant.

Lucy came up with the slogan of Memphis sanitation strikers, declaring “I Am a Man.”

Sasser was the last Democratic senator to represent the Volunteer State.

He was a session player for Sun Records in the early days of rock.

He had the longest service record as a municipal worker in Memphis history.

He was one of just seven players in the franchise’s history to have his number retired.

His powerful riffs drove Saliva’s nu metal sound.

He helped create the legendary southern soul sound of Stax Records.

His other singles included “Made Me” and “Rich or Not.”

He played on hits including “Tired of Being Alone” and “I Can’t Stand the Rain.”