The O'Jays - For The Love Of Money
- Title For The Love Of Money
- Catalogue No PIR 2186
- Format 7''
- Genre Funk Soul
- Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Sleeve Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Year Released: 1973
Label: Philadelphia International Records (PIR – ZS7 3546)
Genre: Soul / Funk / Philly Sound
Description:
“For The Love Of Money” stands as one of the O’Jays’ most iconic statements — a hypnotic, socially conscious groove produced by the legendary Gamble & Huff at Philadelphia’s Sigma Sound Studios. Anchored by Anthony Jackson’s groundbreaking bassline (played through a phaser pedal), the track unfolds as a slow-burn funk sermon warning of greed and corruption. Its mix of lush orchestration, driving rhythm, and gospel-tinged harmonies captures the full power of the Philly soul movement.
This single became a defining track of the 1970s, later revived by CBS’s The Apprentice as its theme song, bringing it renewed cultural recognition. It’s also been widely sampled
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.