Mavis Staples

Mavis Staples (born July 10, 1939) is an American rhythm and blues and gospel singer and civil rights activist . Named one of the " Greatest Singers of all Time " by Rolling Stone , she rose to fame as a member of her family's band the Staple Singers , of which she is the last surviving member. During her time in the group, she recorded the hit singles " I'll Take You There " and " Let's Do It Again ". In 1969, Staples released her self-titled debut solo album .

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