He Got Soul: Ron Isley

Don't miss Ron Isley on the 2013 Soul Train Awards!

He Got Soul: Ron Isley - From frontman to solo star, Ron Isley's career has spanned decades with timeless hits that your entire family can groove to. This year Ron Isley will have you on your feet in the comfort of your own home when he hits the stage at the 2013 Soul Train Awards. (Photo: Chris Ware/Keystone Features/Getty Images)

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He Got Soul: Ron Isley - From frontman to solo star, Ron Isley's career has spanned decades with timeless hits that your entire family can groove to. This year Ron Isley will have you on your feet in the comfort of your own home when he hits the stage at the 2013 Soul Train Awards. (Photo: Chris Ware/Keystone Features/Getty Images)

Leading Man - In his early teens, Ron Isley become the frontman of the legendary family trio the Isley Brothers. After making a name for themselves in the industry, they debuted the hit, iconic single "Shout," which went on to sell a million copies. (Photo: Echoes/Redferns)

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Leading Man - In his early teens, Ron Isley become the frontman of the legendary family trio the Isley Brothers. After making a name for themselves in the industry, they debuted the hit, iconic single "Shout," which went on to sell a million copies. (Photo: Echoes/Redferns)

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Taking the Charts - A few years after the success of "Shout," the Isley Brothers released "This Old Heart of Mine (Is Weak for You)" and almost hit the top 10 on the pop charts, which was an amazing feat for any Black act at the time. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Taking the Charts - A few years after the success of "Shout," the Isley Brothers released "This Old Heart of Mine (Is Weak for You)" and almost hit the top 10 on the pop charts, which was an amazing feat for any Black act at the time. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

The Mighty '70s - The 1970s proved to be a golden decade for the Isley Brothers, which led to more and more people falling in love with Ron Isley's distinct voice. Their hit singles "That Lady" and "Fight the Power" hit big in the urban market, but they quickly switched up their sound to enter the disco sounds of the late '70s, which also proved to be successful. (Photo: Bill Greenblatt UPI /Landov)

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The Mighty '70s - The 1970s proved to be a golden decade for the Isley Brothers, which led to more and more people falling in love with Ron Isley's distinct voice. Their hit singles "That Lady" and "Fight the Power" hit big in the urban market, but they quickly switched up their sound to enter the disco sounds of the late '70s, which also proved to be successful. (Photo: Bill Greenblatt UPI /Landov)

Between the Sheets - In 1983, the album Between the Sheets was released by the Isley Brothers. The album's title song is still a classic today and featured Ron Isley's classic riffs, which helped distinguish him from the competition then and now.  (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Between the Sheets - In 1983, the album Between the Sheets was released by the Isley Brothers. The album's title song is still a classic today and featured Ron Isley's classic riffs, which helped distinguish him from the competition then and now.  (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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A New Generation - In the early 2000s, Ron Isley teamed up with R. Kelly for the songs-turned-sagas "Contagious" and "Down Low." The dramatics, the lyrics, the music videos and performance of all parties involved made Ron Isley, aka "Mr. Biggs," one of the most loved R&B stars on the planet and introduced some unknowing youth to a living legend.  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images)

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A New Generation - In the early 2000s, Ron Isley teamed up with R. Kelly for the songs-turned-sagas "Contagious" and "Down Low." The dramatics, the lyrics, the music videos and performance of all parties involved made Ron Isley, aka "Mr. Biggs," one of the most loved R&B stars on the planet and introduced some unknowing youth to a living legend.  (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images)

Ron Isley - Isley reportedly declared bankruptcy and failed to pay taxes several times during a three-year period. Afterward, the IRS seized cars, a yacht and property in 1997. His money problems eventually caught up to him when he was sentenced to three years in prison for tax evasion in 2006. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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A Real Survivor - Despite suffering a mild stroke in 2004, Ron Isley has kept moving, shaking, making amazing music and remaining an inspiration to his peers and aspiring musicians. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Ron Isley - His hits date back more than five decades and bridge the gap between old and new. Watch him in action on Sunday, December 1.(Photo: Vallery Jean/FilmMagic/Getty Images)

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Solo Star - It wasn't until the new millennium that Ron Isley decided to put out solo work. Since 2003, he's put out three successful solo albums, and at this rate there's a lot more of where they came from! (Photo: Vallery Jean/FilmMagic)

Unstoppable - A living legend, Ron Isley's skill, style and dominance in music makes him unstoppable. What will he do next? Just sit back, watch and be amazed during the 2013 Soul Train Awards!  (Photo: Jason Miller/Getty Images for Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame)

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Unstoppable - A living legend, Ron Isley's skill, style and dominance in music makes him unstoppable. What will he do next? Just sit back, watch and be amazed during the 2013 Soul Train Awards!  (Photo: Jason Miller/Getty Images for Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame)