Nobody but You Babe

Recorded in Miami in 1969 by Clarence Reid, the singer, songwriter and future collaborator of Betty Wright and KC and the Sunshine Band. The session reflected the emerging South Florida soul-funk sound, combining gritty vocals with a tight rhythm section and horn-driven arrangements. Released on Alston Records, the track exemplified Reid's transition from Southern soul toward a funkier and more rhythm-focused style. Although it was not a major national hit, it became a respected recording within the Miami soul scene and among collectors. The recording later gained recognition through rare-groove and sampling culture, with producers drawn to its groove and rhythm tracks. It remains one of the standout examples of Clarence Reid's late-1960s work before his later success as a songwriter and producer.