In 1972, soul legend Billy Paul hit the jackpot with his number-one single, 'Me and Mrs. Jones,' which earned him a Grammy award. Already known for his taste in music which ranged from jazz to R&B to ballads, his follow up song would be the controversial tune, 'Am I Black Enough For You.'

The song wasn't played on radio and quickly Paul was back to searching for stardom again. Although he had a hit with the single 'War of the Gods,' the crossover appeal wasn't as good as 'Mrs. Jones.'

Playing at BAMcinemaFEST in Brooklyn, New York on Jun 19 with more festivals lined up in the future is the documentary, 'Am I Black Enough For You,' which is a portrait of the Philadelphia native and features commentary from Questlove of The Roots, legendary producer/ writer Kenny Gamble, Philadelphia rapper Schoolly D, and record mogul Clive Davis.

In speaking with Black Voices, the 75 year-old crooner reflected on the past, music, and his strong marriage with his wife Blanche.

How happy are you that your story gets to be told?

Billy Paul: I'm very happy about that. I'm happy that they had the opportunity to do that. It's not all about the music; it's about my personal involvement and the places that I've been.

How has life treated you over the years?

BP: Life's treated me good because I haven't stopped performing. I've traveled all over the world. I've been to Morocco and Algeria and plenty of other places. I've been doing this since I was 8 years old. My first three albums were jazz music and then with my fourth album, I struck gold with 'Me and Mrs. Jones.' That was followed by 'Am I Black Enough,' and the thing about the song is that it was ahead of its time because I am very strong proud black man. When it came out after 'Mrs. Jones,' it changed things. Now, the song is a big hit in today's world.

Do you regret the timing of its release?

BP: It was the timing. I liked the song, but yes, it was about the timing. It was around 1970-1971, and the world was different then compared to today.

What songs do you consider among your favorites?

BP: 'War of the Gods'. That was like my masterpiece, like 'What's Going On' by Marvin Gaye. It was my spiritual album. A lot of my music was ahead of its time.

What do you think of the state of music now?

BP: Things are certainly different from my era. Rappers are actually going back to the natural instrument. This is what keeps Beyonce at the top. She sings naturally. I like to use natural musicians not the ones with the electronics.

One of the highlights of the film is seeing you and your wife staying strong after the ups and downs.

BP: Blanche has been with me for 44 years, and she's my rock and backbone. She's also my co-manager and the thing that works with us is communication and keeping God in your house.

Has everything worked out from a legal standpoint? Are you being taken care in terms of the use of your songs?

BP: Yes. I'm taken care of. Kenny (Gamble) and I never stopped speaking. As a matter of fact, the both of us are going to a Phillies baseball game where Kevin Eubanks and myself will be honored. We both got compensated.

What's left for you to accomplish?

BP: I feel that I haven't reached my peak yet and I hope I still have time. I haven't figured out when I will have new music in the next year.