Hold on, I’m Comin’ · Sam and Dave
Admin Introduction Sam & Dave’s “Hold On, I’m Comin'”: A Soulful Anthem of Encouragement and Perseverance Released in March 1966, “Hold On, I’m Comin'” is an iconic soul song that became…
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People Get Ready · The Impressions
Introduction The Impressions’ “People Get Ready”: An Anthem of Hope and Resilience Released in 1965, “People Get Ready” is a timeless gospel-infused soul song that carries a powerful message of…
Feeling Good · Nina Simone
Introduction Nina Simone’s “Feeling Good”: An Anthem of Liberation and Empowerment Released in 1965 on her album I Put a Spell on You, “Feeling Good” is a powerful and soulful…
Ooo Baby Baby · Smokey Robinson & The Miracles
Introduction Smokey Robinson & The Miracles’ “Ooo Baby Baby”: A Soulful Plea for Forgiveness “Ooo Baby Baby”, released in 1965, is a timeless soul ballad that showcases Smokey Robinson’s masterful…
In the Midnight Hour · Wilson Pickett
Introduction Wilson Pickett’s “In the Midnight Hour”: An Iconic Soul Anthem that Ignited the Dance Floor Released in 1965, “In the Midnight Hour” stands as a defining anthem of the…
Engelbert Humperdinck – Misty Blue
Introduction Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Misty Blue”: A Haunting Ballad of Lingering Love “Misty Blue”, a melancholic yet beautiful ballad, is one of Engelbert Humperdinck’s signature songs. Released in 1967 as part…
Engelbert Humperdinck – The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
Introduction Engelbert Humperdinck’s “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face”: A Tender Ballad of Love’s First Bloom “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” is a timeless ballad…
Engelbert Humperdinck – I’m Together Again
Introduction Engelbert Humperdinck’s “I’m Together Again”: A Joyful Ballad of Rekindled Love Released in 1972 as part of his album In Time, “I’m Together Again” is a heartwarming ballad that…
Engelbert Humperdinck – Too Beautiful To Last
Introduction Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Too Beautiful To Last”: A Bittersweet Ballad of Fleeting Love “Too Beautiful To Last,” released in 1972, is a poignant ballad performed by the legendary crooner, Engelbert…
Merle Haggard – Mama Tried
Introduction Merle Haggard’s “Mama Tried”: A Poignant Ballad of Regret and Redemption Released in 1968, “Mama Tried” stands as one of Merle Haggard’s most iconic and autobiographical songs, capturing the…