He Is the Light

by Al Green

Released: August 05, 1985

Soul, gospel

The Album

"He Is The Light" is remembered for its soulful religious compositions, containing songs like "Going Away," and "Praise Him." The album's fusion of soul and gospel elements attests to Green's transformation into a full-time gospel singer, following a series of personal and spiritual changes. "He Is The Light" is an album by Al Green, a renowned American singer and songwriter, particularly known for his work in soul music. The album was released in 1985 and is considered part of Green's later music career.

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It was produced by Willie Mitchell, his longtime collaborator who worked with him on many of his most famous songs.

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Interesting Facts

This album, like many of Al Green's later…

This album, like many of Al Green's later works, is strongly religious in nature, owing to Green's role as a pastor at the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church.

Unlike his earlier secular albums which feature soul…

Unlike his earlier secular albums which feature soul and R&B hits, "He Is The Light" features Gospel music.

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Essential Tracks

Going Away

He Is The Light

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Reception

While it did not chart as high as some of his more commercially successful secular albums, "He Is The Light" still played a significant role in affirming Al Green's versatility as an artist and his commitment to his faith.

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"He Is The Light" is an album by Al Green, a renowned American singer and songwriter, particularly known for his work in soul music. The album was released in 1985 and is considered part of Green's later music career.

This album, like many of Al Green's later works, is strongly religious in nature, owing to Green's role as a pastor at the Full Gospel Tabernacle Church. Unlike his earlier secular albums which feature soul and R&B hits, "He Is The Light" features Gospel music. It was produced by Willie Mitchell, his longtime collaborator who worked with him on many of his most famous songs.

"He Is The Light" is remembered for its soulful religious compositions, containing songs like "Going Away," and "Praise Him." The album's fusion of soul and gospel elements attests to Green's transformation into a full-time gospel singer, following a series of personal and spiritual changes. While it did not chart as high as some of his more commercially successful secular albums, "He Is The Light" still played a significant role in affirming Al Green's versatility as an artist and his commitment to his faith.