Allee Willis was a struggling songwriter, but she managed to form from strong friendships with really remarkable talents.
Through big names like Patti Labelle and Herbie Hancock, Willis was introduced to Verdine White, the bassist of Earth, Wind & Fire.
So, while they were prepping their greatest-hits compilation later that same year, Willis got a call from the legendary funk band.“Is this Allee Willis?’” the songwriter recalled being asked over the phone. “This is Maurice White (the band‘s co-lead singer and primary songwriter).
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