Roberta Flack, Legendary Singer, Passes Away at 88

Music has lost a true icon. Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist known for her soulful, intimate vocal style, has passed away at 88.

Her breakthrough came in 1971 when Clint Eastwood used "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" in his film Play Misty for Me. The song became a massive hit, topping the Billboard pop chart in 1972 and winning Record of the Year at the Grammys.

She made history again in 1973 with "Killing Me Softly With His Song," becoming the first artist to win back-to-back Grammys for Record of the Year.

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A Legacy of Timeless Music 🎶

Among her many hits:
✨ "Feel Like Makin’ Love"
✨ "Where Is the Love" (with Donny Hathaway)
✨ "The Closer I Get to You" (also with Hathaway)

Flack won five Grammys, including a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020, with stars like John Legend and Ariana Grande celebrating her impact.

Her influence on music is undeniable, and her timeless songs will continue to touch hearts for generations. 💔🎵