Curtis Mayfield
Songwriter and producer who scored the soundtrack of Black 1960s and 70s — "People Get Ready," Super Fly, "Move On Up."
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Born 1942 in Chicago. Wrote and produced from the Impressions through his solo career, mentoring Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight. Paralyzed in a 1990 stage accident; continued recording into the 1990s.
Location
Chicago, IL, USA
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