Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer.

Mayfield made his last recording, “New World Order,” in 1995 after four decades of hit making as a solo artist, producer, composer and as a symbol for Black Pride and Black Capitalism within …

Dec 22, 2025 · Curtis Mayfield (born June 3, 1942, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.—died December 26, 1999, Roswell, Georgia) was a singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer, and entrepreneur who …

Written and composed by Curtis Mayfield, "People Get Ready" is an enduring anthem of the Civil Rights movement and has been recorded by artists throughout the years.

With a distinctive, highly recognizable tenor voice, an unparalleled catalog of enduring pop and soul classics and an honored place in the pantheon of American music, Curtis Mayfield is …

Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer.

Jun 2, 2025 · Curtis Mayfield turned soul into a weapon for change, rising from poverty with velvet vocals and unshakable convictions. Known as the “Gentle Genius,” he was a smooth-sounding …

Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 – December 26, 1999) was an American guitarist, singer-songwriter and record producer. He was one of the most influential musicians behind soul and …

Biography: Curtis Mayfield was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer who came to fame as a member of The Impressions and as a solo artist, with songs like "People …

Dec 20, 2024 · Curtis Mayfield's life story: From The Impressions to solo stardom. Learn about his achievements, net worth, family, and cultural influence.