The new Amazon commercial has been gaining a lot of traction in recent weeks, thanks to its catchy song and vibrant visuals. The commercial features a young woman singing the song “Sail Away” by The S.O.S. Band as she goes about her day.
The S.
Band is an American funk and soul group formed in Atlanta, Georgia in 1977. They are best known for their series of hits on the Tabu Records label throughout the 1980s, including “Take Your Time (Do It Right)”, “Just Be Good To Me” and “The Finest”. They were the first black contemporary soul group to score four consecutive gold albums with their releases on Tabu Records.
The song used in the Amazon commercial is a remix of The S.S Band’s 1983 hit single “Sail Away” from their album On the Rise (1983). The remix was produced by DJ/producer Kidmograph and released on his 2019 album, Homebound (Vol 1). It features a bouncy beat and upbeat rhythm that complements the visuals of the commercial.
Who Sings the Song in the New Amazon Commercial?
The song used in the Amazon commercial is a remix of The S.S Band’s 1983 hit single “Sail Away” sung by Mary Davis, one of The S.S Band’s founding members.
Mary Davis has had an illustrious career over 40 years since she joined The S.S Band in 1977, going on to release several solo albums and collaborating with numerous artists such as Chaka Khan, Luther Vandross, Whitney Houston and Prince.
It’s no surprise that this iconic artist was chosen for this Amazon commercial; her powerful vocals combined with an infectious groove make for an unforgettable listening experience.
Conclusion
Mary Davis, one of The SOS Band’s founding members sings the song used in the new Amazon commercial; her powerful vocals combined with an infectious groove make for an unforgettable listening experience.