Life Is a Song Worth Singing (album)
Life Is a Song Worth Singing is the second studio album by American recording artist Teddy Pendergrass, released in June 1978 by Philadelphia International. It contained two singles: "Only You" and "Close the Door". "Close The Door" reached number one on the US R&B music chart. Also, the ballads "It Don't Hurt Now" and "When Somebody Loves You Back" are staples on Quiet storm radio formats. The album itself did well on the charts as well, reaching number 11 on the US Pop chart and reaching number one on the R&B chart . It was nominated for an American Music Award, Favorite Soul/R&B Album in 1979. The title track is a cover of the Johnny Mathis hit single "Life Is a Song Worth Singing", which was released in 1973. The album was arranged by Jack Faith, Dexter Wansel, John L. Usry Jnr. and Thom Bell. Track listing. All tracks composed by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff; except where indicated