Song Info:
"Amen" by The Impressions was released in 1964 as a single on ABC-Paramount Records. The song was written by Curtis Mayfield and featured on the group's album titled "Keep on Pushing." "Amen" became a hit, reaching #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #1 on the R&B chart, solidifying The Impressions' reputation as one of the leading soul and R&B groups of the 1960s.
Artist Bio:
The Impressions are an American soul music group formed in Chicago in 1958. The group initially consisted of lead singer Jerry Butler, brothers Curtis Mayfield and Richard Brooks, and Sam Gooden. After Butler left the group in 1960, Mayfield took over as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter. The Impressions are known for their smooth harmonies and socially conscious lyrics, with hits like "People Get Ready" and "Keep on Pushing." Curtis Mayfield's songwriting and vocal talents played a significant role in the group's success, and they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991.
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