A Hundred Pounds Of Clay

Song Info:
"A Hundred Pounds Of Clay" by Gene McDaniels was released in 1961. The song was a major hit, reaching #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #1 on the R&B chart. It was also successful internationally, making it to the top 10 in the UK and Australia. The song was written by Bob Elgin, Luther Dixon, and Kay Rogers, and it became one of McDaniels' signature songs.

Artist Bio:
Gene McDaniels, born Eugene Booker McDaniels on February 12, 1935, was an American singer and songwriter. He began his career as a recording artist in the late 1950s and gained fame in the early 1960s with hits like "A Hundred Pounds Of Clay" and "Tower of Strength." McDaniels was known for his soulful voice and his ability to blend elements of R&B, pop, and jazz in his music. He also wrote songs for other artists, including Roberta Flack's hit "Feel Like Makin' Love." McDaniels' music often tackled social and political issues, and he was an influential figure in the civil rights movement.