The legendary neo-soul singer Angie Stone sadly perished in a horrific car crash, leaving the R&B world in mourning. She was on her way to Atlanta with her group when the collision occurred early on a Saturday morning in Montgomery, Alabama. One of music’s most endearing voices perished when their car flipped and crashed fatally with a big rig.
Young Life
Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Angie Stone initially became enamoured with music through gospel performances. She helped form the all-female hip-hop group The Sequence in the late 1970s, and the group became popular for their 1979 hit song, “Funk You Up,” which was one of the first commercially successful rap songs. After her initial hip-hop stint, Stone transitioned to R&B and performed with groups such as Vertical Hold and Devox. The music world took notice of Stone’s unique voice and talent, and she released her first solo album in 1999.
Individual Artist
In 1999, Stone released her debut solo album, Black Diamond. The album included the hit single “No More Rain (In This Cloud),” which was critically acclaimed. The biggest hit of her second album, Mahogany Soul (2001), is “Wish I Didn’t Miss You.” The song cemented her position as a dominant force in R&B and as an iconic anthem of the neo-soul movement.
Stone released several hit albums throughout her career, including Dream (2015), The Art of Love & War (2007), and Stone Love (2004). Her music resonated with listeners of all ages because they were an expression of her strong emotions and life.
Career in Acting
Stone’s influence extended beyond her own music. She collaborated with big-name artists such as Snoop Dogg, Alicia Keys, D’Angelo, and Missy Elliott. Her impact on D’Angelo’s classic album Brown Sugar and her role in creating the neo-soul sound that defined R&B during the late 1990s and early 2000s is a testament to the breadth of her influence in the music industry.
Stone also had an acting career alongside her musical success. She had cameos on television shows such as Girlfriends and Moesha, and she appeared in movies such as The Fighting Temptations and The Hot Chick.
Durable Legacy
Stone’s unwavering dedication to her career was evident in her announcement of a UK tour just days before the tragic incident. She remained a powerful force in music, always working on new material and guiding up-and-coming artists. Her resilience and commitment to her craft, despite the challenges, is a source of inspiration. Nominated for three Grammy Awards over a span of forty years, she earned the respect of fans and fellow performers alike.
Angie Stone
Diamond Stone and Michael D’Angelo Archer II, both of whom she had with R&B singer D’Angelo, are the two kids Stone leaves behind. Her contributions to the industry will live on forever due to her music and impact.
The passing of Angie Stone, a truly talented vocalist whose soulful songs touched hearts across the globe, is a loss deeply felt by fans and musicians today. Her legacy as a pioneer of the neo-soul movement and a dominant force in R&B will always be revered. Her impact on the music industry, from her unique voice to her influence on other artists, is a testament to her enduring legacy.
