In 1972, this singer/songwriter/actor won an Academy Award for Best Original Song with his production of the theme from Shaft.
- David Porter
- Quincey Jones
- Isaac Hayes
- Burt Bacharach
Answer
The correct answer is C) Isaac Hayes.
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