Be Altitude: Respect Yourself
The Staple Singers · 1972
42 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel
A vibrant blend of gospel and soul, infused with a powerful message of self-respect and social consciousness.
Be Altitude: Respect Yourself is an album by The Staple Singers, released in 1972. A vibrant blend of gospel and soul, infused with a powerful message of self-respect and social consciousness. 'Be Altitude: Respect Yourself' became a defining record for The Staple Singers, reaching No. 1 on the R&B charts and contributing to the group's growing influence in the soul genre. The title track and 'I'll Take You There' became anthems of empowerment, reflecting the cultural movements of the time and earning critical acclaim for their uplifting messages. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Be Altitude: Respect Yourself sound like?
A vibrant blend of gospel and soul, infused with a powerful message of self-respect and social consciousness. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes Be Altitude: Respect Yourself by The Staple Singers notable?
'Be Altitude: Respect Yourself' became a defining record for The Staple Singers, reaching No. 1 on the R&B charts and contributing to the group's growing influence in the soul genre. The title track and 'I'll Take You There' became anthems of empowerment, reflecting the cultural movements of the time and earning critical acclaim for their uplifting messages. Released on February 14, 1972, 'Be Altitude: Respect Yourself' was The Staple Singers' follow-up to their successful album 'I'll Take You There'. By this time, they had solidified their place in the music scene, blending spiritual themes with contemporary sounds that resonated widely. This album marked a significant moment in their career, showcasing their evolution towards more socially conscious material during a pivotal era of civil rights activism.
How many songs are on Be Altitude: Respect Yourself?
Be Altitude: Respect Yourself has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 This World 3:40
- 2 Respect Yourself Standout 4:57
- 3 Name the Missing Word 4:07
- 4 I’ll Take You There 4:49
- 5 This Old Town (People in This Town) 4:43
- 6 We the People Standout 3:52
- 7 Are You Sure 4:30
- 8 Who Do You Think You Are (Jesus Christ the Superstar)? 4:13
- 9 I’m Just Another Soldier 3:53
- 10 Who 3:14
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