Philadelphia International Records (P.I.R.), a brand that stood for the past, present, and future of African American class, pride, and culture. Music as soulfully sumptuous as it comes. Missives of messages as a unifying force. A logo that guaranteed “Grown Folks Music Only Here.” Artists that represented the cream of the crop. Songs emanating out of Philadelphia then resonating to all points ’round the globe. More than a record company but a beacon representing Black Essence for all the universe to recognize. (From the label)