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Isaac Hayes was a legendary soul musician, singer, and songwriter known for his deep voice and innovative sound that shaped the 1970s R&B scene. His groundbreaking album “Hot Buttered Soul” redefined soul music and influenced generations of artists.
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Isaac Hayes Profile

Born

Isaac Lee Hayes Jr. was born in Covington, Tennessee on August 20, 1942.

DiedAugust 10, 2008
Key Albums

Hot Buttered Soul (1969), Black Moses (1971), Chocolate Chip (1975), ...To Be Continued (1970), Branded (1995), The Isaac Hayes Movement (1970), Joy (1973), Presenting Isaac Hayes (1968), Love Attack (1988), Groove-A-Thon (1976).

Key Tracks

Walk on By (1969), Theme from Shaft (1971), Run Fay Run (1974), Theme From "Shaft" (1971), Hung Up On My Baby (1974), Never Can Say Goodbye (1971), Hyperbolicsyllabicsesquedalymistic (1969), By the Time I Get to Phoenix (1969), Do Your Thing (1971), The Look of Love (1970).

Grammy Record

3 won and 13 nominated.

Billboard Hot 100

1 Number One Hit

1 Top-10 Hit

UK Singles Chart

1 Number One Hit

3 Top-10 Hits

Hall of Fame

Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.

Last Updated: Mar 27, 2026
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