_{The Impressions, ‘Ain’t Got Time’ ad via Cash Box February 20, 1971}

After Curtis Mayfield departed The Impressions for a solo career in 1970 he continued to work for and promote the band. Here we have an ad for The Impression’s “Ain’t Got Time” single released in late ’70. The tune was written and produced by Mayfield and released on his record label Curtom.

The Impressions’ version of “Ain’t Got Time,” featuring new lead singer Leroy Hutson, did not appear on an LP at the time but did make it to #53 on the US Hot 100. Mayfield released his own take of the song on his 1974 album Sweet Exorcist.

Have a listen to the Impressions below. And pay no attention to the YouTube poster saying this is Mayfield’s version.

THE IMPRESSIONS, ‘AIN’T GOT TIME’ (1970)

Previously on Classic 70s Ads: Benny Bell, ‘Shaving Cream’ (1975)