Solomon Burke – If You Need Me

Released in 1963 by Atlantic Records, If You Need Me is the third studio album by American soul singer Solomon Burke.

Produced by Bert Berns and Jerry Wexler, the album features a blend of gospel, soul, and R&B influences, highlighted by Burke's powerful voice and emotive delivery. The album includes original tracks such as “If You Need Me” and “Words,” as well as covers of R&B standards like “I Really Don’t Want to Know” and “You Can Make It If You Try.” The polished production and arrangements, combined with Burke's passionate performance, make this album a landmark in 1960s soul music.