Luther Ingram

R&B singer-songwriter with hit 'If Loving You Is Wrong'

Luther Ingram - R&B singer-songwriter with hit 'If Loving You Is Wrong'
Born

November 30th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

2007
18 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American R&B and soul singer-songwriter emerged in the 1960s. Gained recognition with the release of the single 'If Loving You Is Wrong (I Don't Want to Be Right)' in 1972, which topped the charts and became a classic in the genre. Recorded several albums throughout the 1970s, contributing significantly to the music scene. Ingram's style was characterized by emotional delivery and powerful vocals, influencing subsequent generations of soul artists.

Released the hit single 'If Loving You Is Wrong (I Don't Want to Be Right)'

Produced several successful albums in the 1970s

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