Curtis Lee Mayfield was one of the
most famous rock music artists and highly accredited globally for his
contribution to the rock music world. He was an American rock music funk
singer, R&B, songwriter as well as a record producer. Curtis is highly
accredited as instigate of politically cognizant African - American as well as
funk music. Along with being world renowned rock music artist he was also an
appreciable multi-instrument player. The instruments he had expertise include
bass, guitar, piano, drums and saxophone.
Curtis was widely known & valued
for introducing social awareness in society with R&B as well as African-American
music. He also wrote songs that protested against political & social inequality.
But the critically as well as commercially acclaimed peak came to his career
with his music work ‘Super Fly’ that took him to higher level of success and
fame. ‘Super Fly’ is still considered one of the most super influential African-American
music works till date.
Curtis had got numerous honors and
awards for his impeccable contribution in the rock music world. Some of these
achievements include Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Grammy Legend Award and
a double induction into the famous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. He was also a
two time inductee of Grammy Hall of Fame. He was honored as one of the 100 Greatest
Artists of all times.
In the year 1990, Mayfield had a
stage accident which caused paralyses to his body below the neck. He became
unable to play guitar but he continued writing songs, singing and directing
them. Curtis died due to diabetes in the year 1999.
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