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A lush, socially conscious solo debut. Smooth and acclaimed. A genre cornerstone. Where Curtis Mayfield's run begins — a strong starting point.
On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- Move On Up on Best Soul & R&B Songs of All Time, Best 1970s Soul & R&B Songs
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More from Curtis Mayfield — where to go next
If you have Curtis, these are the Curtis Mayfield records worth reaching for next.
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Curtis1970 · you're viewing this oneStart here
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Roots1971 · Soul & R&BClassic
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Super Fly1972 · Soul & R&BClassic
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