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"Soul lyrics, soul music came at about the same time as the civil rights movement, and it's very possible that one influenced the other."

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About Ahmet Ertegun

Ahmet Ertegun was a Turkish-American record executive, songwriter, and co-founder of Atlantic Records. He helped shape modern rhythm and blues and popular music through artist development and production. He was also active as a philanthropist and cultural patron.

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