Eugene Sampson Pitt (November 6, 1937[citation needed] – June 29, 2018) was an American musician and the founding member of The Jive Five.
In 1959, he, together with Jerome Hanna, Richard Harris, Norman Johnson, and Billy Prophet formed The Jive Five.
[1] Together, they embarked on an almost 10-year relationship, creating and singing the a cappella signature sound of the children's television network.
Terry Stewart, President & CEO of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, called Pitt "the most underrated soul singer in America".
[2] Eugene's cousin, Elijah Pitts, was an NFL running back and long-time assistant coach.