American R&B singer Freddie Jackson don die, im family announce on Tuesday. SaharaReporters talk say he be 69, while TMZ talk say he be 70. Family post statement on Jackson X account, call am legendary voice and kind, generous person wey im music touch lives of many.
For statement, family talk say: ‘It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson. More than a legendary voice, Freddie was a kind, generous soul whose music became the soundtrack to our lives.’ Family no disclose cause of death. Dem add say details of Jackson funeral and other arrangements go announce later. ‘Details regarding arrangements will follow. Rest in peace, Freddie. The Family,’ statement talk.
Jackson known for im distinctive R&B and soul sound and become one of prominent voices of genre during 1980s. Im passing mark end of era in R&B. E get timeless ballads like ‘You Are My Lady’ and ‘Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)’, and he give voice to love and tenderness at time when soul music dey shift.
Songs like ‘Tasty Love’ and ‘Have You Ever Loved Somebody’ become anthems of intimacy, while collaborations like ‘A Little Bit More’ with Melba Moore showcase im versatility. Dem go also remember am for other songs such as ‘Do Me Again’, ‘Nice ‘n’ Slow’ and ‘All I’ll Ever Ask’.
For another family statement, dem announce sad news Tuesday, saying singer ‘went home to rest’ Monday night. Cause of death no disclose. Family remember Freddie as more than just legendary singer, call am ‘kind, generous soul’ wey love im fans, family, friends, and music with everything he had. Dem add: ‘For decades he gave us the songs that became the soundtrack to our love stories, our celebrations, and our most treasured memories. That gift will live on forever.’
Freddie become one of R&B biggest voices in 1980s, dominating charts with smooth love songs including ‘You Are My Lady,’ ‘Rock Me Tonight,’ ‘Have You Ever Loved Somebody’ and ‘Jam Tonight.’ Family say details about funeral arrangements and ways to honour Freddie legacy go announce in coming days.
Before he blow, Jackson work regular word-processor job after early music setback. Im career change when singer Melba Moore see am perform at New York club. He later become Grammy-nominated star, leaving behind string of R&B classics including ‘Rock Me Tonight’ and ‘You Are My Lady’.
