The group was founded as The Roosters by Chattanooga, Tennessee natives Sam Gooden, Richard Brooks, and Arthur Brooks, who moved to Chicago, Illinois and added Jerry Butler and Curtis Mayfield to their lineup to become Jerry Butler & the Impressions. By 1962, Butler and the Brookses had departed, and after switching to ABC-Paramount Records, Mayfield, Gooden, and new Impression Fred Cash collectively became a top-selling soul act. Mayfield left the group for a solo career in 1970; Leroy Hutson, Ralph Johnson, Reggie Torian, and Nate Evans were among the replacements who joined Gooden and Cash before the group's demise in 1983.
Inductees into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, The Impressions are best known for their 1960s string of hits, many of which were heavily influenced by gospel music and served as inspirational anthems for the Civil Rights Movement.
Personnel:
Jerry Butler (1958 - 1960)
Curtis Mayfield (1958 - 1970)
Sam Gooden (1958 - 1983)
Arthur Brooks (1958 - 1962)
Richard Brooks (1958 - 1962)
Fred Cash (1960 - 1983)
Leroy Hutson (1970 - 1973)
Ralph Johnson (1973 - 1976)
Nate Evans (1976 - 1979)
Reggie Torian (1973 - 1983)
Discography
Albums
1963: The Impressions
1964: Keep on Pushing
1964: The Never Ending Impressions
1965: One by One
1965: People Get Ready
1966: Ridin' High
1967: The Fabulous Impressions
1968: We're a Winner
1968: This Is My Country
1969: The Young Mods' Forgotten Story
1969: The Versatile Impressions
1969: Amen
1970: Check out Your Mind!
1972: Times Have Changed
1973: Preacher Man
1974: Finally Got Myself Together
1974: Three the Hard Way
1975: First Impressions
1975: Sooner or Later
1976: It's About Time
1976: Originals
1976: Loving Power
1979: Come to My Party
1981: Fan the Fire
I'm So Proud
The Impressions Lyrics
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And I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
I'm so proud of you
You're only one fellow's girl
And I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
Believe me, I love you too
I'm so proud of being loved by you
And it would hurt, hurt to know
If you ever were untrue
Sweeter than the taste of a cherry so sweet
And I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
I'm so proud of you
Compliments to you from all the people we meet
Yes, and I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
Believe me, I love you too
I'm so proud of being loved by you
I'm so proud of being loved by you
And it would hurt, hurt to know
If you ever were untrue
Sweeter than the taste of a cherry so sweet
And I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
I'm so proud of you
Compliments to you from all the people we meet
Yes, and I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
Believe me, I love you too
Sweeter than the taste of a cherry so sweet
And I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
I'm so proud of you
Compliments to you from all the people we meet
Yes, and I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
Believe me, I love you too
The Impressions' "I'm So Proud" is a love song that expresses a deep admiration for the subject of the singer's affection. The lyrics are dedicated to a girl who is described as being "prettier than all the world" and the singer is immensely proud to be in love with her. The song is an ode to this person and their positive qualities that are sweet like cherries.
The verses of the song emphasize a sense of pride and appreciation towards the subject. The singer expresses gratitude towards being loved by this individual, and the thought of them ever being unfaithful is unbearable. The sweetness of a cherry is used as a metaphor for their sweetness, which reflects the admiration and genuine adoration the singer has for their lover. The chorus repeats the same simple yet powerful message which reinforces the love and pride the singer has for their lover.
The song is an uplifting and joyful expression of love, which showcases the sincerity of the singer's feelings towards the person they love. It highlights how unconditional and selfless love can be, and how it can bring a sense of pride and joy to one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Prettier than all the world
You are the most beautiful person in the world to me.
And I'm so proud (I'm so proud)
I am extremely happy and proud to be associated with you.
I'm so proud of you
I am proud of your achievements and who you are as a person.
You're only one fellow's girl
You are with me and me alone.
Believe me, I love you too
I want you to know that I love you just as much as you love me.
I'm so proud of being loved by you
I am proud to be loved by someone as amazing as you.
And it would hurt, hurt to know
If you ever were untrue
The thought of you being unfaithful to me would cause me great pain.
Sweeter than the taste of a cherry so sweet
You are sweeter than anything I have ever tasted.
Compliments to you from all the people we meet
People always compliment you when we are out together and I am proud of that.
Believe me, I love you too
I want you to know that I love you just as much as you love me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CURTIS L MAYFIELD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@poohbearsally3530
Prettier than all the world
And I'm so proud (I'm so proud) I'm so proud of you
You're only one fellow's girl
Oh, and I'm so proud (I'm so proud) I'm so proud of you
I'm so proud of being loved by you
[Bridge]
And it would hurt, hurt to know
If you ever were untrue
[Verse 2]
Sweeter than the taste of a cherry so sweet
And I'm so proud girl (I'm so proud) I'm so proud of you
Complements to you from all the people we meet
Yes and I'm so proud now (I'm so proud)
Believe me I love you too
I'm so proud of being loved by you
[Instrumental interlude]
[Hook / Bridge]
I'm so proud of being loved by you
And it would hurt, hurt to know
If you ever were untrue
[Verse 2 abbreviated]
Sweeter than the taste of a cherry so sweet
Yeah and I'm so proud (I'm so proud) I'm so proud of you
I'm so proud of bein loved by you
@yolandarice4674
Beautiful music!!!! We were so blessed to have this music. 6 generations listening to this music. Thank you for this!!!!
@darrylhenry5117
I forgot how great this timeless classic was to me in the sixties .
I’m back , with 28 acres and some fuel.
Thank you Lord Jesus Christ for saving me from all my sins in 73’ and the aunt who prayed for me
@walikification
One of the best singer song writers the world has known, He speaking of Mr Curtis Mayfield was truly underated as an artist. His ideals in his songs are some of the greatest tributes to the human experience of people of color.Thank you God for his life!
@kennethcraddock2313
walikification
Elequent, educational, entertaining, elevating, enormous, elecution. That's Curtis Mayfield.
@barbarabrown4205
Thanks Kenneth very well put. Oh my goodness
@FredOlivas
TRUTH!
@gwenbrown8679
Yes, Yes
@earlofthearies.1982
Only underrated by people that don't recognize him.
@sugarburst7395
My dad played this song when my mum bought me home from the hospital. When I get married I'm going to surprise him for our father daughter dance ❤️
@LAWRENCEHONABLE
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