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5 Facts About Ann Peebles' "Tell It Like It Is" Grammy Hall of Fame Induction

  1. The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2015. Nearly fifty years after its 1966 release, the recording earned this honor.

  2. It represents the classic Hi Records soul sound. The induction is a testament to how enduring that Memphis soul style remains.

  3. The track was originally released in 1966. It took almost five decades to receive this official recognition.

  4. Ann Peebles recorded the song for Hi Records. The label was known for its distinctive soul productions in the 1960s and 1970s.

  5. The Grammy Hall of Fame honors recordings of lasting historical significance. This award recognizes the song’s cultural and artistic impact over time.

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