Al Green
USA, 1967–now
American soul singer whose Hi Records albums, produced by Willie Mitchell, pair a light falsetto with restrained rhythm playing on 'Let's Stay Together' and 'Tired of Being Alone'. He later recorded gospel as an ordained pastor.
MusicRoots documents 2 artists who influenced Al Green and 3 artists Al Green influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.
Who influenced Al Green?
- Sam Cooke — Sam Cooke's gospel-to-pop grace is the model beneath Al Green's honeyed, church-rooted soul phrasing.
- Jackie Wilson — Jackie Wilson's dynamic, gospel-charged delivery was among the soul voices that shaped Green.
Which artists did Al Green influence?
- Usher — Al Green's light, pleading Southern-soul tenor is a model for Usher's softer register.
- D'Angelo — Al Green's pleading Southern-soul tenor is one of the voices behind D'Angelo's.
- CeeLo Green — Al Green's gospel-rooted Southern soul is a core model for CeeLo's impassioned, church-schooled singing.