With the release of a new solo album, titled Uncle Charlie, just weeks away, famed singer Charlie Wilson has revealed that he will undergo treatment for prostate cancer for the second time.

According to the Associated Press, Wilson, who is best known as the frontman for the Gap Band, is in remission after being diagnosed and treated last fall.

"When I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September, I thought to myself 'I'm too young ... this isn't a cancer I should be getting,'" Wilson said, reports AOL's BlackVoices. "While I was surprised to discover that this disease strikes one out of every six American men, I was astounded to learn that African American men are 1.6 times more likely than others to be diagnosed with prostate cancer. My wife, Mahin, and I are very fortunate. I was lucky to be diagnosed and begin treatment early. My prognosis is excellent."

With the newfound knowledge, the singer is urging men, especially African-Americans, to get tested.

Wilson found out during a routine physical last September that a blood test turned up signs of prostate cancer. A biopsy and follow-up examination confirmed the diagnosis.

According to Wilson, he "just felt devastated." However, the doctor had good news, saying "We caught it early enough and we can knock it out."

In addition to promoting his forthcoming album, he is also spreading the message of early detection when he performs for U.S. troops serving in Iraq and Kuwait this month, and is working with the Prostate Cancer Foundation to increase awareness.

Uncle Charlie is due in stores February 17.