Luther Ingram
R&B singer-songwriter with hit 'If Loving You Is Wrong'
R&B singer-songwriter with hit 'If Loving You Is Wrong'
2007
19 years ago — 70 years old
Artists & Creatives
United States
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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