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Keyboardist: Gail Nobles
Story by: Gail Nobles

Gladys Knight was in a Kentucky fried chicken classic radio ad in the 1980s. Gladys Knight's mom, Gladys, and Bubba starred in the commercial. They were talking about an amateur contest.

So today we’re digging into something finger licking good. We’re talking about Kentucky Fried Chicken with flavor takes flight like a classic tune.

We’ve got the superstar, the one and only Gladys Knight a lady who knows how to deliver a soulful sound just like KFC delivers those crispy golden bites of happiness. That’s the magic of KFC.

KFC makes every treat yourself to a feast that’s as unforgettable as Gladys Knight greatest hits. Gladys Knight soulful vocals helped to create a strong association between her music and the brain. The ad was part of KFC‘s broader marketing efforts during that time aiming to appeal to a wide audience and enhance the brand image.

Knight recorded hits through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s with her family group Gladys Knight & the Pips, which included her brother Merald "Bubba" Knight and cousins William Guest and Edward Patten.

Their collaboration represents a beautiful blend of flavor for KFC. proving that great music and great food truly have the power to bring people together.

I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Commercials and Reviews .