Jerry Butler, a premier soul singer of the 1960s and after whose rich, intimate baritone graced such hits as “For Your ...
The “Iceman,” as he was known, sang and co-wrote songs including “For Your Precious Love,” the Impressions’ first hit. He later had a prolific solo career.
Along with childhood friend Curtis Mayfield, he helped found the Chicago-based Impressions and sang lead ... Philadelphia-based production team of Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff, who worked with ...