Joe Simon is an influential American artist primarily known for his contributions to soul and R&B music. Emerging in the late 1960s, Simon's distinctive blend of gospel, country, and soul resulted in hits like "The Chokin' Kind" and "Power of Love". His music, rich in emotional depth and social commentary, significantly influenced the course of Southern Soul. Despite his retirement in the 1980s to pursue a career in evangelism, Simon's legacy persists in the annals of influential soul and R&B music.