Be Altitude: Respect Yourself
The Staple Singers · 1972
42 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel
A vibrant blend of gospel and soul, infused with a powerful message of self-respect and social consciousness.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- uplifting messages for self-respect
- soulful sing-along participation
- for communal listening
- reflective moments of social consciousness
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on February 14, 1972, 'Be Altitude: Respect Yourself' was The Staple Singers' follow-up to their successful album 'I'll Take You There'. By this time, they had solidified their place in the music scene, blending spiritual themes with contemporary sounds that resonated widely. This album marked a significant moment in their career, showcasing their evolution towards more socially conscious material during a pivotal era of civil rights activism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Impressions· Mavis Staples· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This World 3:40
- 2 Respect Yourself 4:57
- 3 Name the Missing Word 4:07
- 4 I’ll Take You There 4:49
- 5 This Old Town (People in This Town) 4:43
- 6 We the People 3:52
- 7 Are You Sure 4:30
- 8 Who Do You Think You Are (Jesus Christ the Superstar)? 4:13
- 9 I’m Just Another Soldier 3:53
- 10 Who 3:14
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