Failed to delete flower. She is no longer able to be with you physically, but the soul lives on. Born Syreeta Wright in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Syreeta was working in . R&B Singer, Songwriter. I grew up with her sister Kim when they still lived in Michigan. A wonderful person and a gifted musician who will be missed by all whose life she touched. stated in. Love u, Miss, you , and thank you theme: { She played a significant part in my working with songs and really getting into songs.. Besides being Wonder's first wife, she was best known for her duet with Billy Preston on "With You I'm Born Again." Wonder married for the second time in 2001 to fashion designer Kai Millard. She was a totally incredible person, Barnum told The Times this week. Motowns founder, Berry Gordy, eventually signed her to the label as Rita Wright. I knew she had to be a wonderful person for Stevie to love her. SYREETA WRIGHT OBITUARY. It is a shame that Motown never really gave her her due but we can still keep her alive with honor and love in our hearts. [3][1] Her first marriage, to longtime collaborator Stevie Wonder, lasted 18 months, from September 1970 until 1972. Project Cry NO More, Founder. Join Facebook to connect with Syreeta Wright and others you may know. God Bless her family! I was only 17 at the time, but a big fan of Stevie Wonder. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Syretta had a marvelous voice and her talents just beamed from every pore. She will be missed. -SH/Sista Factory. Rest in Peace Billy you were great on the keyboards. And lastly, to all the people who actually knew her and shared your loving thoughts on this blog thanks for giving her fans a peek into Syreeta , the person. She had had breast cancer and died at her home, said her sister, Kim Barnum. Bob Hargreaves I had so much respect & love for Sis. To hear a song sung properly by the one God placed the song in, is a treat that lives on beyond our fleshly body. One early success between the two was the song 'It's A Shame' for the Spinners. He desired to break ties from Motown's hit-making assembly that defined his earlier success to pursue greater freedom as a mature artist. The Grammy-award winning star's first marriage was to Motown singer/songwriter Syreeta Wright in 1970, but their marriage only lasted 18 months. My prayers go out to the family. Anyone can read what you share. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. In 1968, the soul singer and songwriter Syreeta Wright, who has died of cancer aged 58, met Stevie Wonder. I wish I had a copy of that interview and a picture of Syreeta pushing Stevie Wonder in the swing. Syreeta, you will be truly missed by us all but you will be forever Remembered! "Syreeta" redirects here. The Wrights moved back and forth from Detroit to South Carolina, before finally settling in Detroit just as Wright entered high school. Motown founder Berry Gordy signed her to the label as Rita Wright, the name under which she released I Cant Give Back the Love I Feel for You, written by Brian Holland, Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. I attended Ferris State College with Syreeta and she was a Big Star there before she ever even worked at Motown Records. Syreeta will be missed. [5] The couple then wrote and arranged songs for Wonder's Where I'm Coming From,[5] which was released much to Berry Gordy's chagrin in the spring of 1971. She inspired one of the greatest singers of the century by showing him how to write a clever sweet tune. Jamal, Hodari, Takiyah and Harmoni.CHildren of Syreeta Syreeta (Rita Wright) was born on 3 August, 1946 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, is a Soundtrack, Composer, Actress. hear her music even shes not with us physically. Wright recorded six albums for Motown, the most notable being the first two, which were produced by Wonder. If I had listened, especially to Mr. Gordy, I would have had a more successful run at Motown, fame, she told a Florida journalist in 1994. The artist, of course, was Syreeta, who made her R&B album chart debut on July 29, 1972 with a self-titled record that also featured three of their co-writes, another "insider" Motown reading of. One of the greatest voices to grace the planet, and certainly the sweetest soul I have had the pleasure of recordingfrom the duet album with Billy Preston, to her solo album The Spell, we had SO MUCH fun working together, and remained friends. and instantly fell for her. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Wright's career heights were songs in collaboration with her ex-husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston. rpp: 5, You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. The plaintive beauty of her voice saying Im afraid, but I want to stay still haunts my memory. by Donald A. Guarisco. Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USA. In 1972, she released her debut album, simply entitled 'Syreeta'. I know she will be greatly missed. Sleep well, Greetings, Near the second phase of his career, Wonder stood at a crossroads. My hearts condolences to the family of the great beautiful angel, Syreeta Wright. Total respect. I remember her wedding to Stevie Wonder herroad manager John was married to my best friends sister Darlene Battle and they took us to his reception. I HAVNT SAID THIS TO HARDLY ANYONE, BUT I WANT TO THANK ALLAH FOR PUTTING SYREETA IN MY LIFE, SHE BECAME MY MOTHER, TOUGHT ME THINGS WHEN MY MOTHER WAS NOT AROUND, EVEN THOUGH WE WENT THROUGH MANY THINGS I WILL NEVER FORGET HER, NOR THE FAMILY THAT WAS MADE MINE, EVEN IF YOU NEVER KNOW IT, I LOVE YOU ALL, JAMAL THANKS FOR ALL THAT YOU SHOWED ME, THANKS SHARING YOUR MOM, IT MADE ME A BETTER WOMAN.PEACE. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. She was a wonderful and talented person. God Bless the Family of Syreeta. Blame it on the sun remains one of my all time favourite tracks. Ace's new release from late Motown chanteuse Syreeta, The Rita Wright Years: Rare Motown 1967-1970, kicks off with "I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel for You." The moody, majestic composition by Brian Holland, Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson might have been too unorthodox - beginning with its introductory brass call-to-arms - to attain hit status upon its release as the Motown family of . Allah (saw) says whoever says that His believers are dead is not a believer. Learn How rich is She in this year and how She spends money? Richard Barrett / George Goldner / Arlene Smith. Oops, we were unable to send the email. This is alarming: why do so many of our talented black artists pass on with little or no mention in the media?! Source: Pinterest Death Of His Mother She was ill for a long time. Wright is survived by her four children, and she remains a significant part of Motown's history. ~Laylah~. Try again. Click to reveal her beautiful voice still uplifts and encourages all who are blessed to hear her songs. features: { [10] She stayed in the cast until 1995. Later, Diana Ross re-recorded the song for her solo album, Surrender, released in 1971. True love to a wonderful mother and performer. But they remained true and unconditional friends after that, even up to the very, very end, Barnum said. Syreeta and Billy Prestons beautiful record (With You Im Born Again) was the highlight of my Wedding on May 3, 1980 and I never knew that her beauty matched her talent, and not to take anything away from Billy Preston, who will always be in my heart with her. Origin Detroit, Michigan, U.S. Died July 6, 2004(2004-07-06)(aged 58) Los Angeles County, California, U.S. My Brother and I sang With you Im born again for our younger Brothers wedding every one loved the song! Your IP: I have not heard it in years, but I want to sing it, hoping I can do a fraction of the job she did singing it. I felt very sad to hearabout the passing of Ms Wright. Heaven has a new angel! The Pittsburgh native began singing when she was only four years old. Stevie knew what he had and he allowed her to bring him to another place of Pure Love. First, Minnie and now Syretta which came on the heels of my only son, Stevland Stevie Singleton, just 4 months earlier. Wright then issued The Spell in 1983 produced by Jermaine Jackson,[5] and left Motown two years later after collaborating with Smokey Robinson for the soundtrack to Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon in 1985. Im reading through the ESSENCE magazine, and now just finding out who she was. background: '#000000', 1979). She will be missed! A wonderful voice a wonderful lady. What a remarkable woman with a wonderful voice. Further details regarding Wrights death or funeral arrangements were not immediately available. WASHINGTON,DC, The passing of our soulful icons is always so hard to except. This is a sincere tribute to Syreeta, an outstanding artist. 116, respectively, on Billboards album chart. I was shocked last night to learn on the Emmy Awards that Syreeta had passed. What's her net worth? You were a fantastic singer, who will be missed and you will live on in our hearts forever. As salamu alaikum wa ramatu allah! I have a pic of Stevie & Syreeta with their cake, a pic of Gladys Knight and pics of the great Motown band playing at the reception. Our mothers are the same age, but I believe that I am quite a few years older than all of you. Failed to delete memorial. Syreetas vocals were truly beautiful bringing to life some beautiful lyrics. be getting these days. Sister Angela, Correction! I knew there was reason why the stars are shining so brightly. About. MoWest issued "I Love Every Little Thing About You" in the late winter of 1972, but it failed to chart. The 5 part harmonies she contributed to on Take A Little Trip & Edge Of A Dream on Minnies Debut LP, Perfect Angel and her stellar vocals on Secret Life of Plants with Steve, especially I Wish I Was A Flower will never be duplicated. Syreeta Wright (February 28, 1946 July 6, 2004),[1] who recorded professionally under the mononym Syreeta, was an American singer-songwriter, best known for her music during the early 1970s through the early 1980s. Rochester, N.Y. 14608. I never met her in person although in 1999 in Chicago I remember one of the Sisters in the Mosque telling me that I had missed Sis. Wright married Wonder in 1970; they divorced two years later. My favorite project is her vocals on the 1977 Capitol Records recording of Music Is My Sanctuary by Saxophonist, Gary Bartz. A reminder that for some performers, usually women, it's their relationships that make the news. Wright was married three times and had four children. Also, to contribute your thoughts [in a montage of other people]on her life and/or passing.This is a serious and sincere outreach to you.If you decline, still, many blessings to you for loving or admiring Syreeta. In fact, just recently I found Let Me Be The One from one of her older albums and I have fallen in love with it. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Beautiful voice and lovely lady. width: 'auto', to go to the wedding with a friend whose mother worked with " She was very, very loving, giving, very talented, " Barnum. Out of the blue, Your Mom said, We need to Pray..she was grounded in faith even then! my hat off to an icon its a shame shes gone. !From the moment they began to advertise this show, I have just been crying my eyes out, as I can remember the day, July 12, 1979 where I was when I heard that my favorate singer died. Syretta was a good person and an exceptional friend. [5] Following their divorce, Wonder oversaw the production of Wright's first solo album, Syreeta (released on June 20, 1972),[5] which included her take of Wonder's "I Love Every Little Thing About You" from Music of My Mind, the Smokey Robinson classic "What Love Has Joined Together", and The Beatles' "She's Leaving Home", which featured both Wonder and Wright applying background vocals via the talk box. My family and I began to wonder if Aisha was Ritas daughter. There was an error deleting this problem. we all will.. Syreeta was uniqueI have yet to hear another ballad With You Im Born Again sung as sweet, pure and simple like she did for a definitely long time. Stevie Wonder and his first wife Syreeta Wright were more than just lovers, but they were close collaborators during their time together. [5] The album featured the minor R&B hit "Quick Slick", which peaked at number 41 R&B in early 1982. color: '#ffffff' My fondest memory was that as a young girl, buying The Spell(up until this point my older brother Terry had all her music and I felt grown upto have my own Syreeta LP). Syreeta aka Syreeta Wright. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Syreeta Wright (9066498)? Genres R&B soul Detroit soul Occupation(s) Singer-songwriter Instruments Vocals Years active That remark promted him to put the LP on and hear it for himself.I enjoyed that LP ( I personally think that was Jermaine Jacksons best project as a producer), and ended up playing it more than DeBarge! Syreeta Wright, 58, Singer and Songwriter, https://www.nytimes.com/2004/07/09/arts/syreeta-wright-58-singer-and-songwriter.html. Check below for more deets about Syreeta. I remember screaming seeing this album as I went to the store to purchase DeBarge. For obituary of her funeral in PDF format, please EMail us. Rest in peace my sweet Syreeta. loop: false, Singer/songwriter Syreeta Wright, best known for her duet with Billy Preston on "With You I'm Born Again" and as the former wife of Stevie Wonder, died Monday after a long struggle with cancer.. BGH, I met Sis. Weve updated the security on the site. My beautiful sister, I miss you everyday. I said okay. To this day, I get chills in me from that fond memory of May 3, 1980 in the South Bronx, NY. a voice which brought a whole lot of joy to these You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. I was not too Sincerest greetings. Peace and blessing to her family and close friends, I can only imagine what a loss her passing was to you because you not only knew her voice you knew her heart. Their first collaboration, "It's a Shame", was recorded by The Spinners, in 1969. What a shame IE 11 is not supported. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Sister Rita was an extraordinary singer and composer. Peace and Blessings. (Funking Up My Life), "Syreeta: Motown singer and sometime Mrs. Stevie Wonder", "Syreeta Wright, 58; Singer Wrote Hits With Stevie Wonder", "Syreeta | Biography, Albums, Streaming Links", "Syreeta Wright Obituary (2004) San Diego Union-Tribune", "Official Singles Chart Top 75 | Official Charts Company", "A 'Superstar' Start on a New Career: Theater: Syreeta Wright plays Mary Madgalene in 'Jesus Christ Superstar.' This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Though for most people her body of work went un-noticed, she touched me with many songs. My family and her family became very close and Syreeta is one of the most beautiful people I have ever known and has never changed faces as long as I have known her, she will be missed and never forgotten we love you Syreeta. Most people dont know that Syreeta was the lyrist on the Stevie Wonder songs Blame It On The Sun and Looking For Another Pure Love from the 1972 Talking Book album. Her father was killed in the Korean War and she was raised by her mother and grandmother, and attended private school after her family moved to Detroit, Michigan when she was 11 years old. Facebook gives people the power. Dcouvrez les 42 disques en vente de l'album Your kiss is sweet de Syreeta sur CDandLP au format Vinyle et CD GREAT NEWS! It was one of the most beautiful babies that I had ever seen. Required fields are marked *. Shortly thereafter, family affairs took over and Wright stopped recording for a while. For her albums, see, I Can't Dance to That Music You're Playing, Journey through the Secret Life of Plants, Thank YouFor F.U.M.L. her first album I wore the groves out of it playing it so much! I was a beautiful song with great meaning & her voice just brought it to life. My love forever. Sadly, I didnt know she God had called her home. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. It did OK, and Gordy thought of asking her to join The Supremes when Diana Ross left the trio . GOD AND THE ANGELS ARE GONNA LOVE THAT ANGELIC SWEET VOICE. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. At the time of her death she survived by her large extended friends and family. I always thought she was the most beautiful lady, with a voice of silver and gold. She and Preston completed a further album project in 1981 and a singe release entitled 'Go For It.' Wright recorded six albums for Motown, the most notable being the first two, which were produced by Wonder. Wright also performed demo vocals for the Supremes hit "Love Child" and for Ross' version of "Something On My Mind", released on her self-titled debut album. For years I had the 12 inch LP version which unfortunately got damaged and it was whilst trying get a CD version of her 1980 Syreeta alum on the internet I discovered much to my shock that she had passed away. She seemed so happy. It was then that I read that she had died and I was sorry to hear it. Learn more about merges. Your mother is alive in spirit. Search above to list available cemeteries. 73. Before her untimely death in 2004, Syreeta Wright had established a career as a singer with a golden voice. Singer/songwriter Syreeta Wright, best known for her duet with Billy Preston on With You Im Born Again and as the former wife of Stevie Wonder, died Monday after a long struggle with cancer. And I pray that she is resting peacefully in barzak. }).render().setUser('blogofdeath').start(); Your email address will not be published. She was the best. In PDF format, please email us love her the very, very end, Barnum told the this. 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