Notable response to the loss of life of R&B and neo-soul icon D’Angelo , who died Tuesday at 51.
Jamie Foxx
“I keep in mind listening to your music for the primary time… I mentioned to myself rattling whoever that is they’re anointed… Then once I lastly bought an opportunity to see you… Like everybody after they noticed essentially the most unbelievable music video of our time… I used to be blown away… I believed to myself I’ve to see this particular person in live performance… I had my likelihood to see you on the home of blues… You got here out and bought proper right down to enterprise… Your voice was silky and flawless… I used to be graciously envious of your model and your swag…
That’s why in the present day actual tears run down my face … to listen to the information that God has taken one among his particular creations residence… I do know God doesn’t make errors… However this one hurts like hell… relaxation up my good friend… you can be missed without end… However your music and your impression might be felt for generations to return…. REST IN POWER AND BEAUTIFUL MUSIC….. You might be one among one….” — on Instagram.
Maxwell
“because u were , we are all because.” — the Grammy-Award profitable R&B singer mentioned on Instagram.
Jill Scott
“I told you a long time ago — You ain’t gon understand everything & everything ain’t meant 4 U, nor I, to understand. I never met D’Angelo but I love him, respect him, admire his gift. This loss HURTS!! Love to my family that are family to him. I’m so sorry. R.I.P. GENIUS.” — on X.
Flea
“One of my all time favorites whose records I went to again and again. Noone did anything funkier over the last 30 years. I never knew him but humbled myself before his music. What a rare and beautiful voice and an inimitable approach to songwriting. What a musician!!! He changed the course of popular music. Fly free with the angels D’angelo, we will listen to you forever and always be moved. I drop to my knees and pray.” — the co-founder and bassist of the Purple Sizzling Chili Peppers mentioned on Instagram.
Tyler, the Creator
“On my ninth birthday, march 6 2000, i landed at Sam Goody on the south bay galleria. i had $20 in birthday cash and my eyes set on leaving with one factor. VOODOO by D’Angelo.
i couldnt perceive how somebody may write one thing so easy however private however broad however genius. thats how particular he was. a savant. a real alien.
i’m so fortunate to have gotten my copy of VOODOO when i did. we’re so fortunate to have been alive to take pleasure in his artwork. my musical dna was helped formed by this man. without end grateful. protected travels.” — the rapper, on Instagram.
Jennifer Hudson
“This really hurts ! We lost a true original today. It just doesn’t seem real!! It can’t be . D’Angelo, your voice will live on forever. Rest well, King !!!” — the singer, actor and discuss present host, on Instagram.
Bootsy Collins
“Danggit! Say it ain’t so, but we just lost a friend, a creator & legend, D’Angelo! Prayer’s going out to his family & friends! We all lolve u lil-brother. R.I.P…” — the bassist, singer, and songwriter identified for his work with James Brown and as a member of the Parliament-Funkadelic collective, on X.
Doja Cat
“Rest in peace D’angelo. My thoughts, love and prayers go out to his family and friends. A true voice of soul and inspiration to many brilliant artists of our generation and generations to come.” — the singer, rapper and pop performer, on X.
Rosie Perez
“Omg! This is so sad! I knew he was fighting for some time too. But man, this is so sad. At great artist-Gone too soon. My sympathies to his loved ones and family. #RIP D’Angelo” — the actor, on X.
DJ Premier
“Such a sad loss to the passing of D’angelo. We have so many great times. Gonna miss you so much. Sleep Peacefully D’. Love You KING.” — the legendary DJ and hip-hop producer, on X.
Bartees Unusual
“I can’t consider a musician apart from Prince that I revere extra. He is likely one of the nice gamers and bandleaders. I used to be at all times impressed by the truth that he additionally struggled. And all of us knew that. We don’t get artists like this usually. He actually touched my life, and I used to be positive at some point I’d get to see him play. I can’t consider he died so younger. I’m very unhappy. I really like that he grew into one thing new from his previous life. — the acclaimed indie musician mentioned on Instagram.
ninth Surprise
“I am sitting in this airport, in tears. The greatest soul musician, of a generation. Is gone. Michael Archer, I love you, man…. Rest in Power to The Great. D’Angelo…. I am broken…..” — the file producer, on Instagram.
Bryan Michael Cox
“We lost a GIANT today. The last time I shed tears for an artist when they transitioned was Prince… I shed some today. Rest In Eternal Power, Michael D’Angelo Archer.” — the R&B songwriter, on Instagram.
