Roberta Flack Death: The Killing Me Softly Icon Dies at 88
Roberta Flack Death :The Legendary American Singer.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of legendary American singer Roberta Flack, who died on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the age of 88. Her agent confirmed that she passed away peacefully, surrounded by family.
Born on February 10, 1937, in Black Mountain, North Carolina, Roberta Flack grew up in a musically inclined family. She demonstrated exceptional talent for the piano at a young age, earning a scholarship to Howard University at just 15 years old.
Her career took off in the early 1970s when Clint Eastwood selected her rendition of “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” for the soundtrack of his film Play Misty for Me (1971). This soft and emotional ballad catapulted Flack to international fame, winning the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in 1973.
Killing Me Softly with His Song
The following year, she repeated this success with Killing Me Softly with His Song, a track that became emblematic of her unique blend of soul, jazz, and folk. The song earned her a second consecutive Grammy for Record of the Year in 1974, making her the first artist to achieve this feat.
Her other notable hits
Some of her other notable hits include:
“Feel Like Makin’ Love” – A sensual song that topped the charts in 1974.
“Where Is the Love” – A duet with Donny Hathaway, winning the Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group in 1973.
“The Closer I Get to You” – Another duet with Donny Hathaway, released in 1977, which became a classic love ballad.
Roberta Flack was known for her soft yet deeply expressive voice, capable of conveying profound emotions through delicate and nuanced performances. Her influence on soul and R&B music is immeasurable, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations of artists.
In 2022, it was revealed that she had been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a condition that had affected her ability to sing.
The global music community mourns the loss of this icon, whose timeless melodies will continue to resonate in our hearts and on Slowly Radio.
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