''Untouched'' is the second studio album of American girl group

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released in 1971 by

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Overview

Untouched was produced by

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, Ronnie Williams and David Porter. Artists such as the

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also appeared on the album.

Singles

The single " Show Me How" peaked at No. 13 on the ''

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'' Best-Selling Soul Singles chart.

Samples

* "Blind Alley" has been sampled by several artists such as

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and Redman. * "If You Think It (You May As Well Do It)" was sampled by

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Track listing

References

{{Authority control 1972 albums The Emotions albums Volt Records albums Albums produced by Isaac Hayes