who sang backup vocals on gimme shelter
Merry Clayton, the Gimme Shelter backup singer whose story was featured in the documentary 20 Feet From Stardom, was badly injured in a car accident in Los Angeles earlier this week. Representatives for the singer posted news of her condition in a statement on her website. 'Gimme Shelter' Singer Merry Clayton: Just a Shot Away. It is with deep regret, but also deep gratitude, that we announce the following about our beloved Merry Clayton, the statement read.