5 Facts About Ann Peebles' "Tell It Like It Is"

The single peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1967. It was a major crossover hit that brought Ann Peebles national attention.

It also reached No. 1 on the Hot R&B chart. This made it a standout soul-era success on both pop and R&B charts.

The song made Ann Peebles a household name in Memphis. Her hometown recognized her as a key figure in the city’s soul music scene.

“Tell It Like It Is” is considered a classic soul crossover. It bridged the gap between R&B and mainstream pop audiences effectively.

The track’s success came in early 1967. It marked a peak moment in Peebles’ early career and soul music history.