Happy Birthday Mavis Staples (born July 10, 1939) is an American rhythm and blues and gospel singer and civil rights activist. 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”.[1] In 1969, Staples released her self-titled debut solo album. The Staple Singers (LIVE) - I’ll Take You There 1972 “I’ll Take You There” is a song writte

One of the heavy hitters of my collection: Pops Staples’ guitar. This is an instrument of light and power, and I’m honored that Mavis Staples and Yvonne Staples have entrusted me with it. | Marty Stuart