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Isaac Hayes – For the Sake of Love Original 1978 Polydor Records LP by soul icon Isaac Hayes. Features his epic, extended 9-minute orchestral soul interpretation of Billy Joel’s “Just the Way You Are,” the funk dance cut “Zeke the Freak,” Hayes’ disco-funk update “Shaft II,” and a smooth take on James Taylor’s “Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight.” Arranged and produced by Isaac Hayes with Johnny Allen. Tracklist: Side 1: 1. Just the Way You Are (9:17) 2. Believe in Me (5:20) 3. If We Ever Needed Peace (5:17) Side 2: 1. Shaft II (9:51) 2. Zeke the Freak (4:31) 3. Don't Let Me Be Lonely Tonight (6:50) Pressing & Release Details: • Label: Polydor • Catalog #: PD-1-6164 (International: 2480 475) • Dead Wax / Runout: "PRC" etched (PRC Recording Company, Richmond, IN pressing) • Year: 1978 • Format: 12" Vinyl LP, Stereo, 33 ⅓ RPM • Pressing: U.S. original 1978 red-label Polydor pressing Condition: • Vinyl: VG+ (strong gloss and clean labels) • Cover: VG+ (glossy front jacket portrait with strong colors and minor shelf wear) Recent Market Comps: • Standard VG to VG+ copies typically sell around $10–$16 • Near Mint / EX copies reach $20–$25 Fast one-day shipping. Orders bundle automatically to save on shipping. Use the offer feature to receive a discount on any record in the store.