Ruth Brown was one of the most popular and successful female Rhythm & Blues performers of the 50’s. Her 11 years of record sales for Atlantic Records made the label known as “The house that Ruth built.” Her first big pop hit, “Lucky Lips,” was released in 1957. It can now sell for $50.00. Her debut album for Atlantic Records, “Late Date with Ruth Brown,” released in 1959, is worth up to $500.00 today.