Milton was born on 5 October 1938 in Aliceville, AL and had a strong gospel upbringing. He moved to New York in 1963 earning his living in the clubs on Long Island. He only had one 45 release until he re-recorded it in New York in the late 90s, releasing it on Star Records first on cassette and then on a CD single. At this time Milton was living back home in Alabama and was leading a rhythm and blues band “Season To Please” touring in the state.