Encouraging Words
Billy Preston · 1970
50 min · 15 tracks · funk · R&B · rock & roll
A vibrant fusion of gospel, funk, and rock that showcases Preston's soulful keyboard mastery and uplifting lyrical themes.
Encouraging Words is an album by Billy Preston, released in 1970. A vibrant fusion of gospel, funk, and rock that showcases Preston's soulful keyboard mastery and uplifting lyrical themes. 'Encouraging Words' is notable for being one of the early examples of blending gospel with mainstream soul music, which influenced countless artists in the genre. It features the hit cover of George Harrison's 'My Sweet Lord', contributing to Preston's chart success and solidifying his place in popular music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Encouraging Words sound like?
A vibrant fusion of gospel, funk, and rock that showcases Preston's soulful keyboard mastery and uplifting lyrical themes. Rooted in funk and R&B.
What makes Encouraging Words by Billy Preston notable?
'Encouraging Words' is notable for being one of the early examples of blending gospel with mainstream soul music, which influenced countless artists in the genre. It features the hit cover of George Harrison's 'My Sweet Lord', contributing to Preston's chart success and solidifying his place in popular music. Released on September 11, 1970, 'Encouraging Words' was Billy Preston's first album after gaining prominence as a session musician for The Beatles. This album marked his transition to solo stardom, building off the momentum of his earlier hit 'Will It Go Round in Circles'.
How many songs are on Encouraging Words?
Encouraging Words has 15 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Right Now 3:12
- 2 Little Girl 3:25
- 3 Use What You Got Standout 4:18
- 4 My Sweet Lord Standout 3:19
- 5 Let the Music Play 2:41
- 6 The Same Thing Again 4:30
- 7 I’ve Got a Feeling 2:50
- 8 Sing One for the Lord 3:46
- 9 When You Are Mine 2:42
- 10 I Don’t Want You to Pretend 2:35
- 11 Encouraging Words Standout 3:32
- 12 All Things (Must) Pass 3:41
- 13 You’ve Been Acting Strange 3:22
- 14 As Long as I Got My Baby 2:43
- 15 All That I’ve Got (I’m Gonna Give It to You) 3:35
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