Ray Charles - If It Wasn't For Bad Luck
- Artist Ray Charles
- Title If It Wasn't For Bad Luck
- Label ABC Records ABC Records Tangerine Records
- Catalogue No 11170 45-11170
- Format 7''
- Genre Funk Soul
- Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Sleeve Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Year Released: 1969
Genre: Soul / Blues / R&B
Description:
Released on ABC Records, “If It Wasn’t For Bad Luck” pairs Ray Charles with Jimmy Lewis in a spirited duet that blends blues grit with soul sophistication. The song’s lively horn section, call-and-response vocals, and tight rhythm arrangement reflect Charles’ unique ability to merge gospel phrasing with modern R&B. The lyrics — a wry meditation on life’s misfortunes — are delivered with warmth, humor, and a sense of resilience that only Ray could bring.
Each record is meticulously cleaned and stored separately in a brand new polyligned inner sleeve, paired with its cover in a protective outer sleeve. All orders are shipped in designated heavy-duty vinyl shipping cartons, sealed with premium quality PVC tape and clearly marked as Fragile Vinyl Records to ensure safe passage to your door.