Black Moses

by Isaac Hayes

Black Moses cover art

A sprawling double album, 'Black Moses' largely features Isaac Hayes's distinctive symphonic soul arrangements applied to a curated selection of pop and R&B covers from artists such as The Jackson 5 and The Carpenters. Anchored by his deep baritone, spoken-word raps, and the lush instrumentation of The Bar-Kays and The Isaac Hayes Movement, the album cemented his status as a leader in progressive soul. The title and its iconic fold-out packaging, depicting Hayes in messianic robes, became a powerful statement of Black pride, masculinity, and cultural identity.

Genres

  • Smooth Soul
  • Progressive Soul

Tracklist

  1. Never Can Say Goodbye
  2. (They Long To Be) Close To You
  3. Nothing Takes The Place Of You
  4. Man's Temptation
  5. Part-Time Love
  6. Medley: Ike's Rap IV / A Brand New Me
  7. Going In Circles
  8. Never Gonna Give You Up
  9. Medley: Ike's Rap II / Help Me Love
  10. Need To Belong To Someone
  11. Good Love 6-9-9-6-9
  12. Medley: Ike's Rap III / Your Love Is So Doggone Good
  13. For The Good Times
  14. I'll Never Fall In Love Again