Be Altitude: Respect Yourself stands as a landmark moment in soul and funk, solidifying The Staple Singers’ legendary status while delivering anthems that still resonate today. Released during their celebrated tenure at Stax, this album effortlessly fuses gospel roots with a groove-driven sound, making tracks like "Respect Yourself" and "I'll Take You There" essential listening for any music lover.
This 50th Anniversary Edition celebrates the enduring impact of a record that brought together the soul of The Staple Singers with renowned talents like the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section and The South Memphis Horns. With its blend of socially conscious themes, infectious rhythms, and stirring vocal harmonies, Be Altitude: Respect Yourself remains a defining album in both the group's catalog and the wider world of soul music.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Stax
- Genre: Soul & Funk, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 07/11/2022
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TRACKS
A1. This World
A2. Respect Yourself
A3. Name The Missing Word
A4. I'll Take You There
A5. This Old Town (People In This Town)
B1. We The People
B2. Are You Sure
B3. Who Do You Think You Are? (Jesus Christ The Super Star)
B4. I'm Just Another Soldier
B5. Who
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