Critically acclaimed Louisiana singer-songwriter Marc Broussard unveils new music as part of his latest charitable endeavor. "Hallelujah, I Love Her So," a rousing and robust take on the Ray Charles classic, is the new single and first offering from his forthcoming album, S.O.S 5: Songs of the '50s, the fifth volume in his ongoing philanthropic S.O.S (Save Our Soul) album series, set for release this fall.
Originally written and recorded in 1956 by Ray Charles, Broussard's expressive interpretation of this seminal standard sets the tone for the collection of classic 1950s-era recordings (except for one track, circa 1966), providing the basis for S.O.S. 5. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to Love of People, a nonprofit organization based in Lafayette, Louisiana, Broussard's hometown."
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"Ray Charles' soulful blend of gospel and R&B has always deeply resonated with me, inspiring my own musical journey." Broussard reflects, "The song's infectious energy and heartfelt lyrics capture the pure joy of love, which I wanted to celebrate and share with my audience. My aim was to honor Charles' groundbreaking influence while infusing my own style and passion into the performance. This song is a tribute to the timeless power of soul music and its ability to connect people across generations."
Similarly, the charity Broussard has chosen holds special significance for him. He shares, "Love of People is a charity that my wife, Sonya, and I have personally supported and volunteered for over the years. I have witnessed their impactful work firsthand and am thrilled to formalize a partnership with them. The goal of all S.O.S projects is to maximize the funds we raise for our partner organizations. With the tremendous success of "Cry to Me" from S.O.S 2: Soul on a Mission, I felt that revisiting the music of the 1950s was a natural choice. It's also clear to me that this era of music remains beloved by my fans and music lovers worldwide."
John Williams, Founder and President of Love of People, emphasizes, "Marc Broussard's unwavering support over the past eight years has been instrumental in the mission and growth of Love of People. From his generous donations to our Community Thanksgiving and Community Christmas Gumbo, to his deep involvement with our Blue Monday Mission, Marc has shown up not just as an artist, but as a true partner in service." https://www.loveofpeople.org/
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Hallelujah, I Love Her So
(Ray Charles)
Vocals-Marc Broussard
Guitar-Bobby Schneck Junior
Bass-Devin Kerrigan
Keyboards-Mike Lemmler
Drums-Terry Scott
Horns-Jason Parfait
Strings-Calvin Turner
Producers: Justin Tockett and Bobby Schneck Jr
