Solomon Burke returned to the music scene with this album after nearly two decades of recording silence. Producer Joe Henry gathered original songs written specifically for Burke by artists such as Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, and Tom Waits.
The album was recorded in Los Angeles and New York studios with top session musicians. Burke, known as the 'King of Rock and Soul', showcased his versatility performing ballads and songs with gospel and rhythm and blues influences.
Don't Give Up on Me received critical acclaim and won the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album in 2003. It revived Burke's career and introduced him to a new generation of listeners.