Get Soulful with These 5 Essential Al Green Records
Legendary soul singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Al Green is celebrating his 77th birthday today. Throughout his career, Green has left an indelible mark on the music industry with his chart-topping hits and soulful voice.
With over 20 albums to his name, Green's career spans more than five decades, and his influence can be heard in the work of countless artists who followed in his footsteps.
Green's career highlights include multiple Grammy wins, including Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for his hit song "Let's Stay Together" in 1973. He also won a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002 for his contributions to music.
In honor of Green's birthday, let's take a moment to appreciate some of his greatest hits and signature records, which have become the soundtrack to many significant moments in our lives. From "Love and Happiness" to "Tired of Being Alone," these songs continue to move and inspire listeners around the world, cementing Al Green's place in music history.
“Love and Happiness”
Green teamed up with longtime collaborator Teenie Hodges for this soulful 1972 classic record titled “Love and Happiness” for his fifth studio album, I’m Still In Love with You. It’s one of the musician’s signature records, as it’s been covered by fellow artists, including Al Jarreau and Etta James, and aspiring acts alike.
“Let’s Stay Together”
“Let’s Stay Together” debuted on Green’s 1971 album, Let’s Stay Together. The single peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remained there for 16 weeks, becoming his most significant record at the time.
“Tired Of Being Alone”
Green has had several of his songs included on lists of the greatest records ever, one being his 70s smash single “Tired Of Being Alone.” In 2004 the track was ranked number 293 on Rolling Stone's list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Green wrote the record while Willie Mitchell took on production.
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“Here I Am (Come and Take Me)”
Released as the second single released from Green’s sixth album, Call Me. Once again, he collaborated with longtime colleagues Teenie Hodges who helped pen the song, and Willie Mitchell, who produced.
“How Can You Mend A Broken Heart”
Green adds his sultry touch to a Bee Gee’s original song titled “How Can You Mend A Broken Heart.” The track was highly successful and has been featured in several projects in Hollywood, including The Book of Eli, starring Academy Award-winning actor Denzel Washington.
