Etta James, the legendary voice behind "At Last," has died at the age of 73 from complications related to leukemia, according to the Associated Press
"This is a tremendous loss for the family, her friends and fans around the world," Lupe De Leon, her manager, said in a statement. "She was a true original who could sing it all -- her music defied category."
James won four Grammy Awards, including a lifetime-achievement award, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993.
The singer had a number of hits over her more than five-decade career, but she is perhaps best known for "At Last," "I'd Rather Go Blind" and "Tell Mama."Etta James’ bluesy voice and melancholy lyrics secured her a spot in R&B history.
“At Last” and “Something’s Got A Hold On Me” were hits that have become classics, which are now synonymous with a great period in blues.
The soulful singer passed away on Friday after a battle with leukemia at age 73, but she will forever be remembered through her songs.
The Daily Caller ranked Etta James’ top five songs:Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame member Etta James, one of the greatest soul singers in history, has died in Los Angeles at age 73.
A frequent visitor to the studios of Nashville, she was renowned for such searing performances as “The Wallflower” (1955), “All I Could Do Was Cry” (1960), “At Last” (1961), “Something’s Got a Hold on Me” (1962), “Stop the Wedding” (1962), “Pushover” (1963), “Tell Mama” (1967), “I’d Rather Go Blind” (1967) and “Security” (1968).
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