Who was singer Andrea Martin and what was her cause of death?
ANDREA Martin was an R&B soul singer who wrote songs for some of the top artists in the genre.
It was announced on September 27, 2021, that Martin had passed away.
Who was singer Andrea Martin?
Andrea Martin was an R&B singer-songwriter and producer.
Over the course of her career, she wrote hit songs for R&B artists like Toni Braxton, Monica, Angie Stone, En Vogue, SWV, and Leona Lewis.
She appeared as a back-up vocalist on many of their albums.
Born April 14, 1972, the 49-year-old was raised in Brooklyn, New York.
She graduated from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in 1990.
After releasing The Best of Me in 1998, her single Let Me Return the Favor reached No. 82 on the Billboard Hot 100.
What was her cause of death?
Martin's death was announced in a statement shared to her Instagram Story.
"Dear Family and Friends, it is with a heavy heart we inform you of the passing of our beautiful Andrea Martin also known as 'Annie,' " the statement read. "Andrea will always be remembered for her passion and dedication to her family and friends. Her impact will continue to be felt and heard for a lifetime."
"We thank you in advance for your condolences, love, compassion and understanding during this time," the message continued. "Please limit calls as we are trying to finalize arrangements at this time, Once finalized, we will be sure to post arrangements.
"Forever a legend. April 14 - September 27," the post concluded.
Martin's longtime writing partner Ivan Matias also confirmed her passing in an Instagram story of his own.
Matias captioned a photo of Martin, "Rest in Paradise To Andrea Martin. My childhood friend & songwriting partner. She was extraordinary."
Martin's cause of death was not confirmed.
What did people say about Andrea Martin's death?
Martin's peers and fans took to social media to express their grief over the news of the music legend's passing.
"I am gutted to hear of the passing of my friend and INCREDIBLE songwriter Andrea Martin. Fly high, my sister," a music colleague wrote.
"RIP to the exceptional, the talented, bigger than life Andrea Martin. Thinking of you and your loved ones tonight," a fan penned.
Vocalist Jermain Jackman wrote: "When I think about the first moment I REALLY pushed my voice and unlocked hidden tones and textures I never knew existed, it was down to this R&B legend, Andrea Martin."
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"Thank you for your music, your lessons and your guidance. Rest in everlasting peace."
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"Im crushed. I love Andrea Martin. She is magic personified!" tweeted Hot97 radio DJ Ebro Darden.
"My God. What a loss. God bless her family and friends! Andrea Martin was legendary!" another fan lamented.
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