A cause of death was not announced. Legendary R&B and soul singer Freddie Jackson has passed away Monday (October 5) night, the singer’s family announced on his social media handle on Tuesday afternoon. He was 69.
Jackson’s breakthrough came in 1985 after signing with Capitol Records and releasing his debut album, Rock Me Tonight. 1 on the R&B chart and became his biggest crossover hit. He won an American Music Award for Nice ’N’ Slow.
Its title song spent six weeks atop the R&B chart, while the song You Are My Lady also reached No. Jackson was nominated for the Grammys multiple times. he continued recording and performing independently, releasing albums Although his commercial prominence declined as R&B styles changed during the 1990s.
“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson, who went home to rest last night,” an update on the singer’s Instagram page read.
“Freddie was more than a legendary voice. He was a kind, generous soul who loved his fans, his family, his friends, and his music with everything he had,” it continued. “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. It was at the White Rock Baptist Church that Freddie Jackson met his long-term collaborator and producer, Paul Laurence. He performed for several years with Lawrence’s group before joining the funk band, Mystic Merlin.
