4 Facts About Arthur Conley’s “Sweet Soul Music”

Released in 1967 on Atco Records The song was a breakout hit for Arthur Conley, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100.

Co-written by Otis Redding Redding co-wrote the track and helped produce it, giving Conley a major career boost.

A tribute to soul stars The lyrics name-check artists like James Brown, Sam & Dave, and Otis Redding himself.

Conley’s only major hit Despite its success, Conley never replicated this level of chart performance again.