The R&B group and a number of other figures throughout the music trade have penned colourful tributes devoted to neo-soul legend D’Angelo. The 51 year-old died Tuesday morning of most cancers, the singer’s household confirmed in a press release to Selection.
D’Angelo launched three albums all through his profession together with his debut “Brown Sugar,” “Voodoo” and his final album, 2014’s “Black Messiah” with the Vanguard. He grew to become well-known for crafting a mix of R&B and hip-hop and went on to win 4 Grammy Awards.
DJ Premier was amongst the primary voices on social media to share his condolences. He known as the pioneer’s demise “such a tragic loss,” including they’d “many nice instances” collectively. “Gonna miss you a lot,” concluded Premier. “Sleep Peacefully D’ Love You KING.”
Doja Cat shared phrases on X, writing, “Relaxation in peace D’angelo. My ideas, love and prayers exit to his household and pals. A real voice of soul and inspiration to many sensible artists of our technology and generations to return.”
“Relaxation Peacefully D’Angelo,” wrote Missy Elliott in a publish. “No mum or dad need to see their youngsters go but it surely’s painful for kids to see their dad and mom go to so ship prayers up for his son who additionally misplaced his mother this yr for energy.”
Jill Scott, one other influential determine in neo-soul, mentioned: “I advised you a very long time ago-You ain’t gon perceive every little thing & every little thing ain’t meant 4 U ,nor I, to know. I by no means met D’Angelo however I really like him, respect him, admire his reward. This loss HURTS!! Like to my household which are household to him. I’m so sorry. R.I.P. GENIUS.”
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