TSSM Dexter Wansel 8.18.’26 6.47 PM

Story by: Gail NoblesMusic by: Keyboardist Gail NoblesPodcast Cover by: Gail NoblesThe late American jazz-funk musician Dexter Wansel is featured on the cover of the June–July 2026 digital edition of The Soul Survivors Magazine. The issue honors Wansel following his passing and features interviews with artists such as Terri Wells and Paris Ford. More details can be found at The Soul Survivors Magazine.Today I’d like to talk about one of my favorite songs by Dexter Wansel. 🎶🎶You Can Be What You Wanna Be" is a 1976 space-funk and Philly soul track by American artist Dexter Wansel. It features on his debut studio album, Life on Mars, released on Philadelphia International Records. The song features instrumentation by Instant Funk and background vocals by Carla Benson, Evette Benton, and Barbara Ingram.The message encourages listeners to trust their minds, reject living for others, and pursue their personal aspirations.I'm Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to the Cat Bear.Music commentary news.