In October 1971, “Curtom” label released “Roots”, the second Curtis Mayfield studio album. It was recorded in 1971, at “RCA Studios” in Chicago, and was produced by Curtis Mayfield.

Personnel:

• Curtis Mayfield – vocals, guitar
• Craig McMullen – guitar
• Joseph “Lucky” Scott – bass
• Tyrone McCullen – drums
• Henry Gibson- percussion
• Leroy Hutson, Michael Hawkins – backing vocals
• Johnny Pate, Riley Hampton – arrangements

Track listing:

All tracks by Curtis Mayfield, except where noted.

1. Get Down
2. Keep On Keeping On
3. Underground
4. We Got to Have Peace
5. Beautiful Brother of Mine
6. Now You’re Gone – Curtis Mayfield, Joseph Scott
7. Love to Keep You in My Mind