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First Lady is a gospel album by Shirley Caesar, released on December 14, 1977, through Roadshow Records. The recording contains 10 songs and runs for about 41 minutes, placing it in Caesar's early solo catalog after her work with the Caravans. Its title connects the album with Caesar's long-standing association with the designation First Lady of Gospel, and the record is relevant to listeners and researchers of late-1970s gospel music.
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When was Shirley Caesar's First Lady released?
First Lady was released on December 14, 1977, through Roadshow Records. It belongs to Shirley Caesar's early solo catalog after her work with the Caravans.
How long is Shirley Caesar's First Lady album?
The recording contains 10 songs and runs for about 41 minutes. That makes it a compact gospel album by modern streaming-era standards.
What musical period does First Lady represent for Shirley Caesar?
The album represents Caesar's early solo period in the late 1970s. Its gospel setting follows her earlier association with the Caravans while presenting her as a solo artist.
Why is the album called First Lady?
The title connects the record with Shirley Caesar's prominent status in gospel music. It is an album title and honorific-style description, not a reference to a political office.
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