Duke Fakir: "I'll Be There: My Life with The Four Tops"

On Wednesday, June 22, 2022, Duke Fakir, the last original living member of The Four Tops, visited the Detroit Public Library to discuss his new memoir. Here he appears in conversation with Kathleen McGhee-Anderson as they delve into topics about their writing process, Duke's life, the founding of The Four Tops and their legacy, and what they uncovered in preparing for this book.

In "I'll Be There," Abdul 'Duke' Fakir with Kathleen McGhee-Anderson present a remarkable and heartfelt memoir about the last surviving member of The Four Tops. 'Duke" reveals anecdotes from the group's formation, to their years working with Berry Gordy at the legendary Motown Records. While the Four Tops became one of the most celebrated R&B groups of all time, their extraordinary musical success did not shield Fakir from marital distress, soured investment deals, struggles with sobriety, and the sudden loss of his brothers.

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