Candi Staton, 2012

Candi Staton, a native of Hanceville, Cullman County, is known as the “First Lady of Southern Soul.” She is best known for the 1976 disco hit “Young Hearts Run Free” and has been nominated for four Grammy Awards.

Alabama gospel singer Candi Staton performing at Gulffest 2012
Photo courtesy of Alex Marshall; <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/">Creative Commons</a>

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Alabama gospel singer Candi Staton performing at Gulffest 2012