The Mighty Hannibal, born as James Timothy Shaw in 1939, was an influential American R&B, soul, and funk singer-songwriter. He was best known for his 1966 hit "Hymn No. 5," a raw anti-war song that reflected his sharp social commentary and distinctive bluesy voice. His music often dealt with hard-hitting themes like poverty and racism, using a fusion of soul, funk, and rhythm and blues. Despite personal struggles that affected his career, The Mighty Hannibal's unique musical style and lyrical honesty left a lasting impression on the landscape of soul and funk music.