Midweek Musical Memories - Soul Man

All Aboard the Meme Express – Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Another wonderful Wednesday! That means it’s time for Midweek Musical Memories. Each Wednesday, the Meme Express features a hit song from the past, representing a variety of musical eras and genres. Please tune in often for musical memories and prompts.

On this date in 1967, R&B singers Sam and Dave topped the popular music charts with their hit single, “Soul Man” (written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter). Sam Moore sang tenor, and Dave Prater sang bass.

Here’s “Soul Man,” sung by Sam and Dave:

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The Meme Express for today offers a pair of prompts:

soul

man

Pick one, or use ‘em both.

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