Historical Artist Profile
Isaac Hayes
⭐ HOF Inductee / Class of 2002
Biography & Overview
Isaac Lee Hayes Jr. (August 20, 1942 – August 10, 2008) was an American singer, songwriter, composer, and actor. He was one of the creative forces behind the Southern soul music label Stax Records in the 1960s, serving as an in-house songwriter with his partner David Porter, as well as a session musician and record producer.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
3 Charted Tracks
"Theme From Shaft"
Entered Charts: 1971
#1 HIT
"Don't Let Go"
Entered Charts: 1980
Peak: #18
"Never Can Say Goodbye"
Entered Charts: 1971
Peak: #22
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
4 Charted Tracks
"Theme From 'Shaft'"
Entered Charts: 1971
Peak: #4
"Disco Connection"
Entered Charts: 1976
Peak: #10
"Theme From Shaft"
Entered Charts: 2000
Peak: #53
"Fragile"
Entered Charts: 1995
Peak: #77