Let It Be Meby Betty Everett & Jerry Butler

Song Info:
"Let It Be Me" is a duet released by Betty Everett and Jerry Butler in 1964. The song was written by Gilbert Bécaud, Mann Curtis, and Pierre Delanoë. It was released as a single under the Vee-Jay label and became a successful hit, reaching number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has since been covered by various artists and remains a classic in the genre of soul and R&B music.

Artist Bio:
Betty Everett was an American soul singer and pianist born on November 23, 1939, in Greenwood, Mississippi. She began her music career in the late 1950s and achieved success in the 1960s with hits like "The Shoop Shoop Song (It's in His Kiss)" and "Let It Be Me." Jerry Butler, born on December 8, 1939, in Sunflower, Mississippi, was a prominent soul singer known for his smooth vocals. He gained fame as a member of the R&B group The Impressions before embarking on a successful solo career. Together, Betty Everett and Jerry Butler's collaboration on "Let It Be Me" showcased their powerful voices and musical chemistry, solidifying their place in the history of soul music.