D’Angelo, the four-time Grammy Award-winning R&B and soul singer songwriter, died at the age of 51 in New York City. He was privately battling pancreatic cancer.
“Such a sad loss to the passing of D’angelo. We have so many great times,” said DJ Premier, a longtime D’Angelo collaborator on Tuesday. “Gonna miss you so much. Sleep Peacefully D’ Love You KING.”
“We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind. We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world,” the statement concluded.
The music world continued to mourn D’Angelo, with stars including Jamie Foxx, Flea, Nile Rogers, Bootsy Collins, among many others.
“I remember hearing your music for the first time… I said to myself damn whoever this is they are anointed… Then when I finally got a chance to see you… Like everyone when they saw the most incredible music video of our time… I was blown away… I thought to myself I have to see this person in concert… I had my chance to see you at the house of blues… You came out and got right down to business… Your voice was silky and flawless… I was graciously envious of your style and your swag,” Foxx said.
That’s why today real tears run down my face … to hear the news that God has taken one of his special creations home… I know God doesn’t make mistakes… But this one hurts like hell… rest up my friend… you will be missed forever… But your music and your impression will be felt for generations to come…. REST IN POWER AND BEAUTIFUL MUSIC….. You are one of one….”
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