Ann Peebles is an American singer-songwriter who made significant contributions to the soul and R&B music scenes, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s. Born on April 27, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, Peebles started singing gospel in her father's church choir. Her discovery by Hi Records producer Willie Mitchell in Memphis, Tennessee led to a highly successful partnership, which commenced with her joining the Hi Records roster. It was at Hi Records where Peebles gained fame, with her distinct powerful voice and emotive delivery that resonated with audiences across the country.

Peebles is best known for her 1973 hit "I Can't Stand the Rain," which became her biggest commercial success and was later famously sampled in Missy Elliott's "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)." With a prolific period in the 1970s, she released several albums that showcased her unique blend of gritty, soulful vocals and potent songwriting. Albums like "Straight from the Heart," "I Can't Stand the Rain," and "Tellin' It" solidified her standing as a soul music powerhouse. Ann Peebles’ career experienced a brief downturn after the decline of Hi Records, but by the 1990s, she was back and recording again, releasing records such as "Full Time Love" and "Fill This World With Love," thereby affirming her status as an enduring talent in R&B music. Her influence is noted by many modern soul and R&B artists, and despite a stroke in 2012 that led her to stop performing, Ann Peebles remains a celebrated figure for her indelible contribution to the genre.

Genres

Memphis Soul

Soul

Soul Blues

Southern Soul

Related Artists

Etta James

Tina Turner

Aretha Franklin

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Al Green

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Candi Staton

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Latest Release

I Cant Stand The Rain

Ann Peebles

Single - Released June 21, 2024