Such sad news to relay this holiday season. One of the most influential, funky and iconic voices of R&B/soul music has departed.
Teena Marie, arguably, best-known for her funky hit Square Biz and her soul-stirring duet Fire & Desire, with Rick James passed away in her sleep on December 26, 2010. The cause of her death remains unknown at this time. She was found by her daughter Alia Rose.
Marie was the protégé and one-time romantic interest of funk/R&B icon, Rick James. Teena and Rick collaborated on Fire & Desire, for what would be their last television appearance together, at the 2004 BET Awards. Rick James died on August 6, 2004.
Teena and Rick, together again.
Thank you for making "Everybody get up" and letting us get on down.
RIP Lady Tee
Entertainers die too young. R.I.P.
ReplyDeleteThey sure do. That is why we have to invest in live shows when we can. The experience won't be available forever.
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