David Porter
Songwriter and music producer
Born
November 21st, 1941
83 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent American songwriter and music producer, contributed significantly to the Southern Soul genre. Collaborated with Isaac Hayes, co-writing many of the hits that defined the Stax Records label. The partnership yielded several successful songs, with 'Hold On, I’m Comin'' and 'Soul Man' becoming staples of the era. Worked as a producer for various artists and continued to shape the music scene over the decades. His work has been influential in both popular music and soul.
Co-wrote 'Hold On, I’m Comin''
Co-wrote 'Soul Man'
Collaborated with Isaac Hayes
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