Singer-songwriter Teena Marie dies at 54

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Singer-songwriter Teena Marie dies at 54

(CNN) -- Teena Marie, a celebrated R&B singer-songwriter, was found dead Sunday at her California home, her manager said.
Born Mary Christine Brockert in Santa Monica, California, the 54-year-old artist famously paired with late funk legend Rick James and was nominated four times for a Grammy Award, according to her official website.
Marie was found dead by her daughter after apparently dying in her sleep, manager Mike Gardner said.
"Teena was a black voice trapped in a white body," said Cathy Hughes, founder of Radio One, a broadcasting company that targets African-American and urban listeners. "I would always tell her that she was one of the greatest vocalists of our time."
Among her songs were "Lovergirl," "Portuguese Love," "Ooo La La La," and "I'm a Sucker for Your Love."

Back in the day I had a crush on this singer-songwriter not only her music but her curly haired looks. I saw her many times in concert just to hear that soulful voice hers, who played right along the man that helped her to be a star Rick James. Now may they both Rest In Peace.

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Portugese Love

Teena Marie and Rick James Fire and Desire

A Rose By Any Other Name

I'm Just A Sucker For Your Love

Lovergirl

Awesome stuff.....have a Peaceful Rest...Teena

dharma69

I grew up in NYC on this woman's music and absolutely adored her. From way back when when her record label wouldn't put her face on her own album because she was white to having every intention of catching her on tour this year. What a talent: a real musician of pure soul.