His story begins in Jacknash, Arkansas. A young boy dreams of stardom and fame only to discover that he harbors an immense musical talent. But it takes some time before this gifted boy grows into a man who fulfills his destiny as one of the great soul singers of his generation. From one of the most beloved singers in pop history, Take Me to the River retells the story of that journey, told by Al Green himself, who explains clearly and passionately how one person can be both a soul man and a spiritual man at the same time. Form day to day, hour to hour, Al struggles with sin and salvation, never knowing which one will be the victor or for how long.

From Reverend Al Green to AL Green "who needs no introduction" to the ladies' man Al Green, here is the sometimes sordid, sometimes sacred real-life tale of a multifaceted man.