Results: Curtis Mayfield and New World Order

Curtis Mayfield (1942-1999) was a prolific American singer. He began his career as a vocalist for The Impressions in the 1950s before going solo. He's known for hit songs like "People Get Ready" and "Superfly" from the movie with the same name. Are you familiar with Curtis Mayfield?

In 1990 while being introduced on stage at an outdoor concert, Curtis was struck by stage lighting equipment. The accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. Do you know anyone who was left paralyzed after an accident?

An accident of such magnitude could have easily forced Curtis to stop performing, but he didn't. While Curtis could no longer play guitar, he found a way to keep singing and composing music. His 1996 album, New World Order, features his vocals but he struggled with the fragility of his chest and lung capacity. Most lines were recorded one at a time while lying down. Do you find this remarkable?

New World Order wasn't a massive hit, but the album was praised for Curtis's social messages and perseverance. The title track shares his hope for a better tomorrow and a desire for peace. With that kind of message, do you find the phrase "new world order" at least slightly more optimistic?