The Closer I Get To Youby Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway

Song Info:
"The Closer I Get To You" is a duet by Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway released in 1978. The song was included in Roberta Flack's album "Blue Lights in the Basement" and became a major hit, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also topped the R&B chart and received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.

Artist Bio:
Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway were both acclaimed American singers and musicians. Flack rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and "Feel Like Makin' Love." She was known for her soulful voice and ability to blend jazz, soul, and folk music. Hathaway was a talented singer-songwriter and pianist who collaborated with Flack on several successful duets. Tragically, Hathaway struggled with mental health issues throughout his career and passed away in 1979. Despite his short life, he left a lasting impact on the music industry with his soulful voice and poignant lyrics.