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Curtis Mayfield defines effortless cool on “Superfly” — released on this day in 1972, and still untouchable.

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Rayshawn Coleman1 year ago

Give that Album 💿 as a Gift 🎁 to Young People ‼️

Premium1 year ago

Build your influence on the world's digital town square.

Jay Kelley1 year ago

This was Curtis Mayfield's Thriller.

Tom/The Long Island Toffees1 year ago

The most OG song (period)

damo_war (Blue Tick Hidden)1 year ago

That dancing could be at any Northern Soul All-nighter of the last 50(ish) years.

Susan1 year ago

Soundtrack of my youth. Damn... nothing like this

RenysRodrigues1 year ago

Talk about a stellar attraction on TV!

Yvonne LeMay1 year ago

Loving Cool Curtis Mayfield Forever LOVE Never Stops Loving LOVE🌎

Mark Rhodes1 year ago

“Superfly” was such a cool groove. Curtis is an underrated guitarist. Hugely influential.

JB1 year ago

The smooth 70’s vibe all in one artist!

Xela2525251 year ago

Great song 🎵😊🎶

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