O-o-h Child is a classic Soul/R&B track with a profoundly optimistic and heartfelt sound, performed by the American family group The Five Stairsteps. The song was released in 1970 and became their biggest, most iconic hit, often cited as one of the greatest hope-inspiring Soul/Pop songs of all time. The Five Stairsteps was an R&B/Soul group from Chicago, Illinois, consisting of five (and later six) members of the Burke family, sometimes referred to as the "First Family of Soul," predating The Ja

O-o-h Child is a classic Soft Soul song released in 1970 by the American family group The Five Stairsteps. With its uplifting message that "things are gonna get easier" during times of strife, the track overcame its original B-side designation to become the group's biggest and most iconic hit, remaining a staple in popular culture and ranking on Rolling Stone's list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Songwriter: Stan Vincent. Year Written: 1970. Release Year: 1970 (Released in Spring 1970, o