Raymond Earl Jackson (September 11, 1941 – November 10, 1972)[1] was an American rhythm and blues songwriter, guitarist and record producer.
They wrote Johnnie Taylor's 1968 single "Next Time", before joining with a new, fellow songwriter Bettye Crutcher to write "Who's Making Love".
[2][3] The songwriting trio of Jackson, Banks, and Crutcher remained together for the next two years, calling themselves We Three[4] They were able to make more hits with compositions including Taylor's "Take Care Of Your Homework" and "I Could Never Be President"; and Carla Thomas' "I Like What You're Doing (To Me)".
These included "(If Loving You Is Wrong) I Don't Want to Be Right", first recorded by Ingram on Johnnie Baylor's KoKo label, which was distributed by Stax.
Jackson also co-wrote Ingram's "I'll Be Your Shelter (In Time Of Storm)"; and the Staple Singers' "If You're Ready (Come Go With Me)" and "Touch a Hand, Make a Friend".