American singer Frankie Beverly, a renowned vocalist and producer, has passed away at the age of 77.
The cause of death for the singer Frankie Beverly has not yet been disclosed at the time of this writing. On Wednesday, September 11th, 2024, the family of the “We Are One” singer Frankie Beverly made the announcement on his official Instagram page and that of his band, Maze.
The statement read:
“Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience,” Beverly‘s family said in a statement.
“During this time, as we are navigating feelings of sorrow, reflection, and remembrance we kindly ask for privacy and understanding, allowing us the space to grieve in our own way.
“This period for is one of healing, and your respect for our need for solitude is appreciated as we honour the memory of our beloved Howard Stanley Beverly known to the world as singer Frankie Beverly.
“He lived his life with pure soul as one would say, and for us, no-one did it better. He lived for his music, family and friends. Love one another as he would want that for us all.”
Beverly’s music career began in the 1960s with the doo-wop group The Blenders, before later forming the soul group The Butlers. Maze were formed by Beverly in Philadelphia in 1970, but they were originally called Raw Soul. They were convinced to change their name by Marvin Gaye, who they supported on tour. The band went on to release nine albums, between 1977 and 1993, and their hits included Happy Feelings and While I’m Alone.
Beyoncé covered Beverly’s hit single Before I Let Go in 2019 as a bonus track on Homecoming: The Live Album. Beverly later told Billboard that the cover made him “feel bigger than ever”.
“She’s a great friend of mine, but I didn’t know she was going to do this,” he said at the time.
He added that it was “one of the high points of [his] life”.
What is Beverly’s net worth?
Frankie’s influence extended beyond his own music. His biggest hit, Before I Let Go, gained renewed attentionwhen Beyoncé covered it in her 2019 live album Homecoming. This only cemented Beverly’s place as a timeless icon in the genre, proving that his music could transcend generations. At the time of his death, Frankie Beverly’s net worth was reported at $4 million, a reflection of his immense contributions to the music industry.
However, his wealth pales in comparison to the cultural legacy he leaves behind. His son, Anthony Beverly, even carried on the family tradition, touring as a drummer with Maze.
