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American Idol Season 7 - The Songs

I Believe to My Soul

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This bluesy, gospel-tinged Ray Charles tune was re-recorded by Donny Hathaway on his second album in 1970.

Performers

  • Elliott Yamin - May 16, 2006
  • Chikezie - February 26, 2008

Songwriter

Ray Charles

Notable Recorded Version

  • Ray Charles - Track From The Genius Sings the Blues Album (1961) (Listen)
  • The Animals - Track From Animal Tracks Album (1965) (Listen)
  • Donny Hathaway - Track From Everything Is Everything Album (1970) (Listen)

Key Lyric Phrase

Once you told me you loved me I found out it was a lie
You should be ashamed baby hang your head and cry

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