Lou Johnson was an American soul singer and pianist who peaked in popularity during the 1960s. Known for his emotive, gospel-influenced vocal style, Johnson's music was characterized by its R&B, pop, and soul elements. His biggest hits, "Reach Out for Me" and "(There's) Always Something There to Remind Me," were written by the prolific songwriting duo Burt Bacharach and Hal David. Despite his brief mainstream success, Johnson's work had a lasting influence on the soul music genre.