R&B Crooner Gerald Levert Dies at 40
His label, Atlantic Records, issued a statement saying, "All of us at Atlantic are shocked and deeply saddened by his untimely death. He was one of the greatest voices of our time, who sang with unmatched soulfulness and power, as well as a tremendously gifted composer and an accomplished producer."
Son, of O'Jays' lead singer, Eddie, Levert first gained fame in 1986 as a member of the R&B trio, LeVert, which also included his brother, Sean, and childhood friend Marc Gordon. They introduced hits like "(Pop, Pop, Pop, Pop) Goes My Mind," and "Casanova."
He began his solo career in 1991, and though successful, in 1997 joined with R&B singers Johnny Gill and Keith Sweat and created the group LSG. The self-titled album sold more than two million copies, and included the hit, "My Body."
According to Allhiphop.com, Levert was working on a reality show that featured him losing weight along with 12 of his female fans, who lived and trained with him for 30 days.
Also known as "G-Bear" to his fans, he is featured on Styles P upcoming album Time Is Money.
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Post a CommentGerald was indeed the most gifted of all singers around today, he made the group "Levert" what it was, and that goes for the other group "LSG" as as well. Next to his dad, you just don't find that many singers on these "manufactured" labels who put as much time, effort, quality, and soul into their work. He will undoubtedly be missed. RIP Gerald. :)
Ah, man. I remember back in the day Cassanova was played at every school dance. Memories....Good article. He was indeed one of the best, ever.
This was so shocking to me yesterday, especially since I'm 37 and my hubby is 39. You just don't expect to see people that age possibly have heart attacks. I wonder if the weight loss was too much of a strain on his heart? I guess we'll find out more details soon. I wonder how rapidly he lost weight? Jesus bless and comfort his family...I read that Gerald had four children.
That is so incredibly sad. He was amazing. Good article - other sites aren't able to cite a cause. Good job.
Thanks Kobina. Sorry the weight loss show was too late. Only 40 - that's sad.