It Ain't No Useby Major Lance

Artist Bio:
Major Lance was an American R&B singer who was born on April 4, 1939, in Winterville, Mississippi, and passed away on September 3, 1994. He was known for his smooth tenor voice and energetic stage presence. Lance rose to fame in the 1960s with hits like "The Monkey Time" and "Um, Um, Um, Um, Um, Um." His music often featured a blend of soul, pop, and dance influences, making him a popular artist during the era of the Chicago soul sound.

Lance was signed to OKeh Records and later to the Curtom label, which was founded by Curtis Mayfield. He continued to release music throughout the 1970s and 1980s, but he never achieved the same level of success as he did in the 1960s. Despite this, Major Lance is remembered as a talented artist who made significant contributions to the soul and R&B music scene during his career.