In 1960, Ben E. King wasted no time establishing himself as a solo star with chart toppers like "Spanish Harlem and "Stand By Me", in which he made the most of his strong and expressive vocal style. Having scored on the R&B and pop charts, King's third album for Atco, Ben E. King Sings For Soulful Lovers, plays like a bid to cross over to more mature listeners after scoring big with the teens, much in the manner of.