November 8, 2024

Jesse Powell death latest – R’n’B star, 51, ‘passes peacefully’ family confirms as cause of death yet to be revealed

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‘RIP to an incredible vocalist’

Music fans have paid tribute to Powell as news of his death emerged.

One said: “RIP to an incredible vocalist.”

While another paid homage as they posted online: “RIP Jesse Powell, that man had a VOICE.”

Others described Powell as a “talented individual”.

More on Jesse Powell’s music

His signature song was You, a ballad that appeared on his second album, ‘Bout It.

You debuted at No14 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of February 20, 1999, and eventually peaked at No10 on the coveted singles list, which marked Powell’s first top 10 hit.

On Spotify it gained nearly 13 million streams at the time of publishing.

Powell went on to release two additional albums, JP in 2001 and Jesse in 2003, which was his final album.

Who was Jesse Powell?

Jesse Powell was an R&B vocalist, native to Gary, Indiana.

Powell released his self-titled debut album via Silas Records/MCA in March 1996.

It included the singles All I Need, Gloria and I Like It.

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