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Etta James’ fiery vocals never touched Wilson Pickett’s groove-laden “In the Midnight Hour,” despite myths of a collaboration with B.B. King and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Wilson Pickett’s gritty delivery also powered “Mustang Sally,” born from Mack Rice’s pen. Aretha Franklin’s heartache-infused “Call Me” turned a casual farewell into an emotional anthem, while Sade’s “Paradise” stayed cool and restrained. Parliament’s funky “Do That Stuff” thrived on eccentricity, and Jackie Wilson dazzled with the heartfelt swing of “That’s Why (I Love You So).” Mavis Staples led “I’ll Take You There” with gospel-rooted family textures, and Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance with Somebody” paired glittering ’80s pop with genuine yearning. Corinne Bailey Rae’s “Closer” brought sultry intimacy, and The Roots’ “You Got Me,” with Erykah Badu and Eve, blended vulnerability with neo-soul grooves. Across decades and genres, these tracks capture vivid moments without overreach.