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Let’s Stay Together

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"Let's Stay Together" is a 1971 hit song by American singer Al Green. It was the title track from his first gold album and became his biggest hit, reaching number one on both the rhythm-and-blues and pop charts in 1972. The song was written by Al Green, Willie Mitchell, and Al Jackson. It is known for its sophisticated and softened melody, distinctive bass sound, and Green's vocal delivery, which ranged from gospel intensity to hushed sensuality. The song is a prime example of the soul music style developed by Willie Mitchell and Al Green at Hi Records in Memphis.12

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