What makes Life Is a Song Worth Singing by Teddy Pendergrass notable?

This album is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard R&B chart and No. 17 on the Pop chart. It features classic tracks like 'Close the Door,' which became one of Pendergrass's signature songs and helped define the sound of contemporary soul music during that era. Released on June 2, 1978, 'Life Is a Song Worth Singing' marked Teddy Pendergrass's second solo album after his successful debut. Following his departure from Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, this album solidified his status as a leading figure in the soul and R&B genres during the late 1970s.

Who is Life Is a Song Worth Singing for?

Life Is a Song Worth Singing works well if you're into steady groove for dancing, uplifting vibes for gatherings and soulful melodies for relaxation.

How many songs are on Life Is a Song Worth Singing?

Life Is a Song Worth Singing has 7 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Life Is a Song Worth Singing

Teddy Pendergrass · 1978

35 min · 7 tracks · funk · R&B · soul

Soulful melodies intertwine with vibrant funk grooves, showcasing Teddy Pendergrass's powerful vocals and emotional depth.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady groove for dancing
uplifting vibes for gatherings
soulful melodies for relaxation
emotional depth in every track

Maybe skip if you want

prefer fast-paced music
seek standalone hits

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 2, 1978, 'Life Is a Song Worth Singing' marked Teddy Pendergrass's second solo album after his successful debut. Following his departure from Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, this album solidified his status as a leading figure in the soul and R&B genres during the late 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors: Marvin Gaye· Al Green· Barry White