Soul Man

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Soul Man by Sam & Dave

About Soul Man

"Soul Man" is a classic 1967 soul and R&B song performed by Sam & Dave. Written and composed by Isaac Hayes and David Porter, the song became a defining hit for the soul genre, reaching #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the R&B charts. Released in September 1967 as part of the album Soul Men, it remains one of the most iconic tracks of its era. The song was deeply inspired by the African-American Civil Rights Movement and the social turmoil of the 1960s. .

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About this song

Credited to: Sam & Dave
Album: Soul Men · Track 1 of 11 · Opens the album
Released: January 1, 1970
Duration: 2:39
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