Albert "Al" Greene (born April 13, 1946), often known as
The Reverend Al Green, is an American singer best known for recording a series of
soul hit singles in the early
1970s, including "
Take Me to the River", "
Tired of Being Alone", "
I'm Still in Love with You", "
Love and Happiness" and his
signature song, "
Let's Stay Together".
Inducted to the
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995, Green was referred to on the museum's site as being "one of the most gifted purveyors of soul music". He has also been referred to as "The Last of the Great Soul Singers". Green was included in the
Rolling Stone list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, ranking at No. 66.