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James Taylor came in at number 74 on the list of Rolling Stone’s 100 Greatest Singers of All Time, which longtime friend and collaborator David Crosby credits to not only the quality of his tones but also the intensity of his convictions. “As beautiful as James’ voice is, there’s nothing mellow about a performance like ‘Fire & Rain,’” explains Crosby. “It’s a song of great depth sung by a man who’s experienced the highs and lows of life, and has the ability to convey them directly and honestly.” Click below for Crosby’s full thoughts on Taylor, and be sure to check out the rest of the greats on the list.
• The 100 Greatest Singers of All Time: James Taylor, by David Crosby
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