Philly Radio Station Reports Teena Marie Has Died

PHILLY RADIO STATION REPORTS TEENA MARIE HAS DIED!

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We are very sad to report to SoulTrackers that Teena Marie, one of the staples of 80s R&B and a unique singer, has died at age 54.
A protege of Rick James, Teena Marie went on to become one of the biggest stars of her generation, particularly among urban audiences, with monster hits like "Lover Girl," "I Need Your Lovin'" and "Square Biz."  After years away from recording, Teena made a big comeback over the last half decade and re-established herself as a formidable singer and songwriter.  She will be missed.
A few years ago, writer David Nathan wrote an excellent bio and interview with Teena, which he shared with us:
She is quite simply, one of a kind, a phenomenon of sorts in the world of soul music.  For an amazing twenty-five years - since her Motown debut "Wild And Peaceful" - hit the streets, Teena Marie has been delivering her own brand of classic R&B to a loyal, steadfast (and primarily black) audience.  Even though she hasn't had a new release since her "Passion Play" on her own Sarai label in 1994, Teena hasn't stopped working, touring constantly and offering those die-hard fans the kind of hardcore, intense emotionally-driven vocalizing that has made her a serious fixture on the music scene.

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She had a rich, soulful voice.... I agree her gift will definitely be missed.

Wow that's messed up. She was a good r&b Singer. Every once and a while a White person pops up on the scene that sing from there soul. She's one that was and will be missed.

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