I Believe in You

<p>Johnnie Taylor was an enigma. This soul gospel and blues sensation had two dynamic life forces each battling for a stronghold. He was a victim of the back-and-forth face-off between his faith background in the church and his prestigious occupation overindulgent lifestyle and unorthodox upbringing. Despite his inner turmoil he grew into a consummate entertainer who dazzled thousands on stage and sold millions of records.</p><p>In I Believe in You author Gregory Hasty with T.J. Hooker Taylor Johnnie's son offers a carefully researched account-the first written narrative of the renowned entertainer. It shares his unique essence as a father husband friend and other-world performer. This biography captures thoughts and memories from his children former girlfriends devoted friends and professional associates and sheds light on his many admirable qualities despite the nature degree and number of challenges he faced.</p><p>I Believe in You celebrates Johnnie's achievements his battles and his many victories. For sixty years he graced the stage and traveled the country entertaining devoted fans and will always remain in the annals of music history as the Philosopher of Soul.</p>