Freedom Highway
The Staple Singers · 1965
76 min · 18 tracks · R&B · soul · gospel
A powerful blend of gospel fervor and civil rights anthems that resonate with urgency and hope.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- uplifting emotional experiences
- reflective spiritual moments
- powerful communal sing-alongs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1965, 'Freedom Highway' marked The Staple Singers' transition into more politically charged music, following their earlier work that focused on traditional gospel. This album came at a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement, showcasing the group's ability to merge spiritual themes with social activism, solidifying their role as voices for change.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Impressions· Mavis Staples· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro by Pops Staples 2:30
- 2 When the Saints Go Marching In 2:29
- 3 The Funeral 3:27
- 4 Built on That Shore 1:48
- 5 We Shall Overcome 3:53
- 6 Freedom Highway 4:04
- 7 What You Gonna Do? 2:44
- 8 Precious Lord, Take My Hand 4:58
- 9 When I'm Gone 3:09
- 10 Help Me Jesus 10:18
- 11 Rev. Hopkins / Offering 7:03
- 12 Jesus Is All 5:36
- 13 Samson and Delilah 3:00
- 14 View the Holy City 3:37
- 15 Tell Heaven 6:09
- 16 He's All Right 4:13
- 17 Pops Outro 6:56
- 18 Benediction 0:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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