Facts Of Life: The Soul Of Bobby Womack

Released in 2009 on Shanachie Records, 'Facts of Life: The Soul of Bobby Womack' serves as a curated tribute to the legendary singer-songwriter Bobby Womack. The project was timed to coincide with Womack's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, positioning Calvin Richardson as the natural successor to Womack's 'The Poet' persona. Unlike many R&B albums of the late 2000s that relied heavily on programmed beats, this record features a full live band, which critics noted for providing a rich, authentic texture. The album earned Richardson two Grammy nominations, cementing his status in the Traditional R&B space. While it was his lowest-charting commercial effort at the time, it is widely considered his most artistically focused work, successfully translating Womack's gritty soul for a new generation without losing the original's street-level wisdom.