Eddie Cornelius
Eddie Cornelius is a soul/R&B singer, songwriter, and former lead vocalist best known for his work with the family group Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose in the 1970s.
Born Eddie Lee Cornelius Jr. around 1943 in Dania Beach, Florida, he formed the group in 1970 with brother Carter and sister Rose Cornelius (later joined by sister Billie Jo). Eddie wrote their major hits, including "Treat Her Like a Lady" (1971, U.S. Pop #3, R&B Top 20) and "Too Late to Turn Back Now" (1972, U.S. Pop #2, R&B #5), which became million-sellers on United Artists Records.
In the 1980s, Eddie launched a solo career on Audiograph Records, releasing albums like For You (1982) and My Hands Are Tied (1982). Singles included "That's Love Making In Your Eyes" / "Hurry Up" on GB Records.
After the group's 1976 disbandment—amid family members' religious shifts—Eddie became a born-again Christian, was ordained as a pastor in 1995, and founded Blood of the Lamb Ministries in South Florida. He continued music involvement and published his memoir It's Not Too Late To Turn Back Now: Back To The Open Arms Of God in 2020.
My Hands Are Tied
Written-By – E. Cornelius
4:50
A2 Treat Her Like A Lady
Written-By – E. Cornelius
3:23
A3 All In The Game
Written-By – C. Sigman, C. Dawes
4:40
A4 Let Me Be Good To You
Written-By – R. Gamble, L. Huff
3:35
A5 Let's Fool Around
Written-By – T. Bingham
4:38
B1 Release Yourself
Written-By – T. James
3:59
B2 Talk To Me
Written-By – J. Seneca
4:27
B3 You're All I Need To Get By
Written-By – Ashford, Simpson
3:32
B4 Don't Ever Be Lonely
Written-By – E. Cornelius
3:50
B5 I'll Carry A Torch
Written-By – D. Van Arsdale
5:14
Thinking a little longer Eddie Cornelius's 1982 solo album, My Hands Are Tied, is a notable shift from his early '70s success with the Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose, blending his signature soul with contemporary boogie and funk elements.
The album is classified as Funk / Soul with a specific focus on Soul and Boogie styles. While official mainstream reviews from its release year are scarce, it maintains a high average rating of 4.55/5 among collectors on Discogs.
Listeners have specifically praised the "fantastic" backing vocals, particularly on the title track.
The album features 10 tracks, including original compositions and covers of soul classics including: "My Hands Are Tied" – The mid-tempo title track written by Cornelius; "Treat Her Like a Lady" – A re-recording/solo version of his 1971 hit with the Cornelius Brothers; "All In the Game" – A soul cover of the 1951 standard; "You’re All I Need to Get By" – An Ashford & Simpson cover; "Don’t Ever Be Lonely" – Another solo rendition of a former group hit.
By the time of this release, Cornelius had begun moving toward a born-again Christian path, which would eventually lead him into gospel music. My Hands Are Tied serves as a bridge between his secular soul peak and his later spiritual works.
Label: Audiograph – AG 7785
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1982
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Eighties Soul, Boogie