Angie Stone’s kids have damaged their silence relating to the legendary singer’s passing, sharing a heartfelt assertion honoring their mom’s legacy. In an announcement shared through Stone’s administration on Instagram, they expressed gratitude for the overwhelming “love, nicely needs, and condolences” whereas reflecting on the knowledge, heat, and impression their mom left behind.
“Her daughter, Diamond, and son, Michael, need to thanks all for reaching out to the household. They ask that you simply respect their privateness as they grieve the lack of their mom,” the assertion learn. “Angie was an instance for Black ladies and women in all places. She is a pioneer of rap music that started with the feminine trio ‘The Sequence.’ Angie Stone believed in giving again to her followers and the neighborhood along with her basis ‘Angel Stripes.’”
The Grammy-nominated songstress died at 63 years outdated on March 1 after being concerned in a automobile crash following a efficiency in Cellular, Alabama. Along with sharing a message from Stone’s household, the assertion additionally famous that funeral companies “are being deliberate in order that Angie’s followers can honor her life, music, and legacy.”
Past her decades-long profession spanning hip-hop, R&B, Broadway, and Hollywood, Stone was additionally a philanthropist. Her basis, Angel Stripes – The Angie Stone Basis, is a nationwide nonprofit centered on fostering neighborhood connections. With the idea that “the soul of a neighborhood rests within the relationships between neighbors,” the group highlights the significance of the humanities whereas advocating in opposition to voter suppression.
Like her household, Black stars like Lenny Kravitz, Jennifer Hudson, Tyler Perry, and extra have been grieving Stone’s dying on social media.
“Wow. This has taken me a few days to digest. I had the pleasure of figuring out this queen because the very starting of my true musical journey,” Kravitz mentioned of Stone who as soon as served as one in all his background vocalists on tour. “She had a phrase that I liked, “Lenny, I’m overly assured”. She believed it, and so did I[…] As a black girl who was advised she was not the proper age, not the proper look, and so forth, she busted via and by no means regarded again. The remainder is historical past. Author, producer, arranger, musician, and grasp vocalist. The very best of the perfect. I received to play on a few of these nice recordings, and they’re treasures in my thoughts and spirit.”
Equally, actress Viola Davis mirrored on Stone’s impression: “You have been a lightweight, a drive, and a present to us all. Your music was timeless and touched so many hearts.”
Simply as Stone’s administration penned within the assertion’s caption, “Although Angie is not with us bodily, her household desires [fans] to maintain her legacy alive.”
