Otis Redding, the influential soul artist, is being commemorated on his 85th birthday, marking a legacy defined by iconic recordings such as 'Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay' and the landmark album 'Otis Blue,' released in 1965. His 1968 posthumous release, 'Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul,' further solidified his status in music history. The anniversary of his birth and the enduring impact of his work continue to be highlighted across media platforms.