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United States The O'Jays, an iconic American R&B group, have consistently delivered electrifying performances and chart-topping hits across decades, including "Love Train" and "Back Stabbers."
Round Hill Music Royalty Fund Ltd. acquired 100% of The O'Jays' master royalty income from 532 original recordings. This acquisition provides Round Hill significant exposure to streaming revenue from The O'Jays' catalogue.
The O'Jays' song "For the Love of Money" was used as the theme song for the reality shows *The Apprentice* and *The Celebrity Apprentice* on NBC-TV.
The O’Jays formed in 1958 in Canton, Ohio, initially known as The Mascots, and then The Triumphs. The original lineup included Eddie Levert, Walter Lee Williams, William Powell, Bobby Massey, and Bill Isles. In 1963, they adopted the name The O’Jays in honor of Cleveland radio disc jockey Eddie O’Jay. Their first chart appearance was with “Lonely Drifter” in 1963, which peaked at number 93 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Throughout the 1960s, they continued to release singles such as “Lipstick Traces” and “I’ll Be Sweeter Tomorrow,” with “I’ll Be Sweeter Tomorrow” becoming their first top 10 R&B single in 1968. Despite touring success and R&B chart presence, the group did not achieve mainstream pop success during this period.
A significant turning point came in 1972 when, after the departures of Bill Isles and Bobby Massey, the remaining trio of Eddie Levert, William Powell, and Walter Williams signed with Gamble & Huff’s Philadelphia International label. This collaboration led to their first million-selling hit, “Back Stabbers,” from the album of the same name. They further solidified their success with the number 1 pop smash “Love Train” the following year. The O’Jays continued to release a string of hit singles throughout the 1970s, including “Put Your Hands Together,” “For the Love of Money,” “Give the People What They Want,” and “I Love Music.” William Powell passed away in 1977 at the age of 35.
After adding Sammy Strain, the group continued to perform and record, with “Use ta Be My Girl” in 1978 becoming their final top-five hit. They maintained a presence on the R&B charts throughout the 1980s, including the number one R&B hit “Lovin’ You” from their 1987 album, *Let Me Touch You*. The O’Jays have been recognized with numerous accolades, including induction into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2004, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005, and the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2013. Their songs, like “For the Love of Money,” have been featured in various media, demonstrating their lasting cultural impact. Eddie Levert Sr., Walter Williams Sr., and Eric Nolan Grant, who joined in 1995, continue to perform, building on a legacy that includes 10 gold and 9 platinum albums, and 10 number 1 hits.
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