The Classics: Aretha Franklin Sings Curtis Mayfield

Aretha Franklin singing Curtis Mayfield's "The Makings of You." Soulful, perfect and beautiful!

Happy Birthday: Curtis Mayfield

Happy belated birthday to Curtis Mayfield (June 3, 1942-December 26, 1999). "We Got To Have Peace."

Fly Quotes: The Curtis Mayfield Edition

"Our purpose is to educate as well as to entertain." -Curtis Mayfield

The Classics: Lauryn Hill Sings Curtis Mayfield

Audio of Lauryn Hill singing Curtis Mayfield's "The Makings Of You" live...

[SIDEBAR: If I had to pick someone to sing the soundtrack of my life, it would be Lauryn Hill or Mary J. Blige.]