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"Superfly" is a song by Curtis Mayfield, the title track from his 1972 soundtrack album for the film of the same name. It was the second single released from the album, following " Freddie's Dead (Theme From Superfly ) ", and reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #5 on the Best Selling Soul Singles chart. [ 4 ]
Super Fly is the third studio album by American soul musician Curtis Mayfield, released on July 11, 1972, by Curtom Records. It was released as the soundtrack for the Blaxploitation film of the same name. Widely considered a classic of 1970s soul and funk music, Super Fly was a nearly immediate hit.
Sep 10, 2024 · The Super Fly movie soundtrack illustrates Curtis Mayfield's genius. Every song advances the movie's plot and provides a closer knowledge of its characters.
Unless Sidney Poitier was in the film, there was little chance of seeing a nuanced black character in a movie around this time. Super Fly's lead character appealed to Mayfield because he had a vivid backstory and was not just a stock drug dealer. In the song, Mayfield examines how he's really doing what we all are: trying to get over.
Apr 29, 2024 · The film “Superfly,” for which the album was the soundtrack, sparked controversy over its depiction of drug use and crime. Despite this, the movie was a commercial success, with many people flocking to see it due to its title track.
Listen to all 33 songs from the Superfly soundtrack, playlist, ost and score.
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Listen to all 18 songs from the Super Fly soundtrack, playlist, ost and score.
