She will be missed! She launched her musical career as a secretary at Motown Records in the 1960s. Wright and Robertson later divorced in 1982. She is a nightngale and I listen to her musics all the time. I knew she had to be a wonderful person for Stevie to love her. so, naturally i’ve loved syreeta from the first time i heard and saw her. Durante los quince últimos años pasó mucho tiempo en el Reino Unido. God must have placed her in a special chair for rest in piece as she deserve. I now plan to check out her music and listen to it, especially after reading all the great things people have written about her & her music. live: true, ‘To Know You Is To Love You’ and ‘Cause We’ve Ended Now As Lovers’ – 2 of the best tracks ever. She launched her musical career as a secretaryat Motown Records in the 1960s. Tags: American Born in 1946 Died in 2004 Singer-songwriter They were like my parents. RQ/West Philly, I just learn of your mother death a low rawls furneal. I was shocked when I heard the news that another one of “Motown” wonders has gone on the the Heavenly Hitsville in the Heavens. Voices like hers are simply angelic. version: 2, So I thank Syreeta and Billy for helping bring peace of mind when they sing that song. She will be greatly missed. Sister Wade I put her name in on the internet and was saddened by the news she died 3 years ago. My family and her family became very close and Syreeta is one of the most beautiful people I have ever known and has never changed faces as long as I have known her, she will be missed and never forgotten… we love you Syreeta. I attended Ferris State College with Syreeta and she was a “Big Star” there before she ever even worked at Motown Records. As salamu ‘alaikum wa ramatu allah! Peace my sister. Knowing the outpouring of love for your mother is extended to you all as well. I am blessed to have heard her beautiful voice singing in my head. I am 37 years old and listen to it on a reagular. Her spirit lives on………. Peace and Blessings. Her voice was so beautiful, I can just imagine her, Minnie Riperton and Denise Williams singing together for Stevie Wonder as his back up girls Wonderlove. También fue conocida simplemente con el nombre de Syreeta. Syreeta Wright. background: '#333333', The Rita Wright Years: Rare Motown 67-70: Syreeta: Amazon.es: Música. She died at the age of 57 on 6 July 2004 in Los Angeles. type: 'profile', may “GOD” heal and comfort the family and love ones of Syreeta Wright. Funny thing, the DJ played another record that my bride wanted, at the wedding, but I balked and had that record of Syreeta and Billy be played instead. Love the Fro Brother! Someone noted above that the angels will welcome her beautiful voice into their choir for God, I second that emotion! I truly loved that song she sang with Billy Preston it is lovely. She has left a great legacy and an amazing body of work. I am in the very beginning stages of doing a long overdue tribute in honor of Syreeta and would very interested to know if you still had the photo you mentioned, as well as if you’d be willing to share it for presentation in Documentary of this Beautiful woman. Syreeta Wright, a Motown singer/songwriter, died on July 6 after a long battle with cancer. Beautiful voice and lovely lady. theme: { Subhana wa ta’ala (swa) –Glorified and Exhalted, used after the name of Allah Everytime I heard it till this day I cry. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. May Allah (saw) forgive her sins and grant her Paradise! Peace be with you, www.amazon.com.mx I am glad to be in a generation when talent and musicianship were at its peak. Berry Gordy confió en su voz y la otorgó su primer contrato como cantante, editando el sencillo escrito por Brian Holland y Ashford & Simpson "I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel for You", en principio creado para Diana Ross. having the pleasure of meeting syreeta in 1963 while attend mather academy in camden sc god had put a angle in our mist her VOICE. Heard her first time when I was 13 (Stevie Wonder Presents….) Wright was married three times and had four children. She could truly see into my heart and knew what was within my soul. The Pittsburgh nativebegan singing when she was only four years old. } I remember that beautiful album cover of Syreeta’s baby. i’m sadden that she’s acutally gone. I have been searching for information about Sister Rita all day and was SHOCKED BEYOND WORDS to discover that she is MUSLIM! Though you have left us physically you are forever with us in minds, bodies, souls and in our hearts. She was one of 3 people I completely trusted with my girls TaiLan and For obituary of her funeral in PDF format, please EMail us. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. The song “My Little Girl” was one of my favorites from that album. US blues and rock giant Billy Preston, dubbed the “Fifth Beatle” following his collaboration with the Fab Four, has died at the age of 59, a US television network reported. Jamal, Hodari, Takiyah and Harmoni….CHildren of Syreeta Syreeta Wright ( Pittsburgh; 28 de febrero de 1946 - Los Ángeles; 6 de julio de 2004) fue una cantante de soul y R&B. First, Minnie and now Syretta which came on the heels of my only son, Stevland “Stevie” Singleton, just 4 months earlier. Today, I own the Essential Collection of her solo recordings and whenever I listen to it^, she’s near me. Syreeta’s mother. He was a beginner musician, but quite prolific in thought, creation, and love for music and more. I haven’t seen or talked to her since the early 70s, however, I never stopped thinking of her, because we were good friends. I had the privilidge to play bass with her for a short time in the late 60s. her beautiful voice still uplifts and encourages all who are blessed to hear her songs. Compra en Amazon.com.mx - Ahorra en Miles De Productos. Matthew Coles MaiEaiisha and trust me they truly loved her. jockey I apreciated listening to Ms. Wright-Muhammad’s vocal talent and lyrics. I stumbled upon this site looking for the lyrics to a song Syreeta recorded with The late Billy Preston, in 1981. Those were some very special lyrics from a very talented songwriter. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. She was best known for her music during the early 70s through early 80s. No one will be able to understand my grief. https://es.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Syreeta_Wright&oldid=125138385, Fallecidos por complicaciones cardiovasculares, Wikipedia:Artículos con identificadores VIAF, Wikipedia:Artículos con identificadores ISNI, Wikipedia:Artículos con identificadores BNE, Wikipedia:Artículos con identificadores BNF, Wikipedia:Artículos con identificadores GND, Wikipedia:Artículos con identificadores LCCN, Licencia Creative Commons Atribución Compartir Igual 3.0. It was a younger group, and we introduced it to them. I’ve always loved the song (If You Really Love Me),but never knew who the lady vocalist was. Her first marriage, to longtime collaborator Stevie Wonder, lasted 18 months, from September 1970 until 1972. his first love, syreeta wright In 1970, Stevie Wonder and famous Motown singer-songwriter Syreeta Wright tied the knot. Syreeta will surely be missed. I have since had the pictures reprinted in better quality and will always treasure them. The world has really lost a great women. }, But I am even more of a fan now that I know that she passed on a Muslim! I felt like as my love for music grew, so did my interest in her grew as well. Cindy Frye and Chris Pearson. tweets: { At the age of 58, Wright died due to cancer. scrollbar: true, Comment document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a37d58f65d8bc242b2da68971c0d3353" );document.getElementById("h0bc10477c").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. color: '#ffffff' From the moment I heard her voice, and remember that white album cover (I was about 5 or 6)”Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta”- I fell in love with that angelic and peaceful voice, and beautiful and inviting face of a soul many of you write about , having the opportunity to have shared personal time with the woman herself. To her children, you were a source of pride to your mother in her life, and now in her passing she still watches over you with love and pride. Syreeta aka Syreeta Wright. Columbia, SC. There is a saying in Islam that “this world is a believer’s prision and a disbeliever’s paradise.” We as Muslims want what Allah (swa) has promised his believers. I happen to be able God rest and keep you safe. Her work with Billy Preston and Stevie Wonder will live forever! Blame it on the sun remains one of my all time favourite tracks. Editó su primer álbum producido por Stevie Wonder en 1972, y titulado "Syreeta". Find Syreeta Wright bio, music, credits, awards, & streaming links on AllMusic 9066498, citing Inglewood Park Cemetery, Inglewood, Los Angeles County, California, USA ; Maintained by Find A Grave . Durante este tiempo colaboró junto a grandes como Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Donald Byrd y Leon Ware entre otros. So I am Sunni or Orthodox, though we usually don’t like to label ourselves this way. She said they were practicing it but were not ready to perform it. she was not only my mother but she was my best friend. 1979). Sister Rita was an extraordinary singer and composer. Although I am many years late in expressing my thoughts of Syreeta, it took a recent TV show to allow me to finally deal with the loss. I have been watching Stevie and his daughter, Aisha,perform on television shows for the past few weeks. If you are looking down Syreeta, please say hi to Anthony, my beautiful son. Thank you for your interest, love and compassion for our mother. I was looking at some old pics I have and came across wedding Syreeta will be missed. En 1990 editó un álbum solista en Japón titulado "With you I'm born again". ONE LOVE, I am a personal friend of the family of Syreeta, her sister and I are very close and her mother as well, I remember Syreeta on many occassions. I discovered this site tonight upon researching her and am subsequently saddened by the news of her passing. Syreeta recorded a song called “Let Me Be The One” in 1980 and this song is the music of my life. In fact, just recently I found “Let Me Be The One” from one of her older albums and I have fallen in love with it. The union between Stevie Wonder and Syreeta Wright was a godsend. She was born and raised in Pittsburgh, 6 July 2004, during 1946. I was watching TV-one just now and found out that she had moved up a little higher. Yes like many of you I loved her and her music. Syreeta also made the transition from behind the desk to the studio, at first recording as Rita Wright with the yearning "I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel for You" (1968). Sus restos se encuentran en el Cementerio Inglewood Park de Los Ángeles (California). and instantly fell for her. You are not alone. Each time I was in the studio listening to her sing her heart out; I would be more amazed than the time before. shell: { Rita 'Syreeta' Wright, singer-songwriter, born February 28 1946; died July 6 2004. I was deeply touched. She inspired one of the greatest singers of the century by showing him how to write a clever sweet tune. Pero en ese tiempo colaboraron escribiendo distintas canciones que se convirtieron en grandes hits en voz de Stevie Wonder como "If You Really Love Me" o "Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)", y otros cantantes como The Spinners "It's a Shame". Syreeta Wright was born on August 3, 1946 and died on July 6, 2004. Syreeta (1946-2004) Syreeta (1972) Stevie Wonder Presents: Syreeta (1974) One To One (1977) Rich Love Poor Love with G.C. Her kiss was so sweet. I had no idea that Syreeta had passed away and am very sad about it. My love forever. Syreeta had one sibling: Kim Wright. It is a shame that Motown never really gave her her due but we can still keep her alive with honor and love in our hearts. love yassie and family. albeit in my mind. Syreeta Wright, a Motown singer/songwriter, died on July 6 after a long battle with cancer. I cried when I heard the news of her passing on the radio, she will truly be missed. What a shame Syreeta you will never be forgotten by me. My family and I began to wonder if Aisha was Rita’s daughter. May you rest in peace and love. As, I’m noticing the date, today will be 5 years that he passed. It’s a sad day…I was going through my cd’s and decided to listen to Syreeta..then as I was listening I wondered what happened to Syreeta? I, too, would like to express my sincere condolences to her family, friends and to all who were touched by such a special lady! We reflected on how the DJ would play the whole album one side at a time. As a young child I watched the movie body and soul and after hearing the song Born again it made me cry, because no song had never touch me like that song. She co-wrote several of his hits, including “Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” “Superwoman” and “If You Really Love Me.” In return, Wonder produced two of Wright’s albums — her 1972 debut “Syreeta,” and her sophomore effort, “Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta.”, The R&B vocalist also sang with Michael Bolton and Quincy Jones. Syreeta Wright (Pittsburgh; 28 de febrero de 1946 - Los Ángeles; 6 de julio de 2004) fue una cantante de soul y R&B. I have a pic of Stevie & Syreeta with their cake, a pic of Gladys Knight and pics of the great Motown band playing at the reception. SCOTT TAYLOR Required fields are marked *. TV One started their second season of the show called “Unsung” with Minnie Riperton- who, along with Syreeta, can NEVER be duplicated or compared to to anyone on this earth!! It is all a test! I was shocked last night to learn on the Emmy Awards that Syreeta had passed. Billy Preston and Syreeta performing their 1979 hit song "With You I'm Born Again" on the Midnight Special. She loved you as if you were her own. be getting these days. Respectfully, stevie wonder presents syreeta universal sound of the world can not be heard on you tube why not? Syreeta Wright's birth name Rita Wright came to prominence for her musical journey in the 1970s and 1980s.. She is a legendary artist of all time. Syreeta came to our festival and I asked if they performed “I believe I can Fly”. I often wondered what became of her since I didn’t know much about her. Wright's career heights were songs in collaboration with her ex-husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston. She was ill for a long time. It’s entitled “Please Stay”. Wright's career heights were songs in collaboration with her ex-husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston. Total respect. I’m sorry she’s gone, and have been educated as to her career. Gwen She is considered one of the most underrated R&B vocalists to emerge out of the 1970s Motown scene. Syreeta Wright would have been 57 years old at the time of death or 68 years old today. She was a wonderful and talented person. Sincerest greetings. The Harmour love left on vinyl. She will be missed.” -SH/Sista Factory. I presented it to him as a Christmas present for his vast music collection. I was at a dinner with the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan who prayed for me because I too was fighting breast cancer. Her contribution to music and legacy left is one of excellence and TRUE LOVE of this thing we call music.It was enough shown that I, too, wanted to sing like Syreeta and Minnie. i’ve never met her, but i feel i’ve known her for years. I’m reading through the ESSENCE magazine, and now just finding out who she was. I know she will be greatly missed. Stevie also worked on her albums "Syreeta" (1972) and "Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta" (1974). Rochester, N.Y. 14608. 1976) and Hodari Robertson (b. Syreeta Wright (August 3, 1946 – July 6, 2004), who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was a singer-songwriter active from the 1960s until her death. Sis. The plaintive beauty of her voice saying “I’m afraid, but I want to stay” still haunts my memory. One more memory: I remember when Sis. Stevie was performing in Savannah that night,so they (Syretta, Stevie and Stevie’s brother/manager) came on my show a gave an interview. One of the greatest voices to grace the planet, and certainly the sweetest soul I have had the pleasure of recording…from the duet album with Billy Preston, to her solo album The Spell, we had SO MUCH fun working together, and remained friends. Syreeta Wright, former wife of Stevie Wonder and a singer/songwriter in her own right, has died of cancer at 58. Oh, my God! PHILADELPHIA,PA. Syreeta Wright (August 3, 1946 – July 6, 2004), who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was a Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter, best known for her work with her ex-husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston. @@@@@@@@@@@@>>>>————— An inspiring project that forever stays in my music collection. And lastly, to all the people who actually knew her and shared your loving thoughts on this blog thanks for giving her fans a peek into Syreeta , the person. Syreeta Wright (August 3, 1946 – July 6, 2004), who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was a Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter most notably known for her work with ex-husband Stevie Wonder and Billy Preston. Our mothers are the same age, but I believe that I am quite a few years older than all of you. Peace and blessing to her family and close friends, I can only imagine what a loss her passing was to you because you not only knew her voice you knew her heart. Lyda, I know you wrote that tribute, and I thank you. Fue una de las estrellas de la discográfica Motown desde los años sesenta hasta su muerte. God bless you all for having had her as Mom, friend and loved one. Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com: accessed ), memorial page for Syreeta Wright (4 Aug 1946–6 Jul 2004), Find a Grave Memorial no. No interruptions. Love Jérôme. I came across this blog just by chance. She was the best. thank you pramsue. I have been a Stevie Wonder fan for all of my life, so that is how I know about your mother. SAXOPHONIST Amazing! I attended her life celebration (funeral). También grabó junto a Michael Bolton. Hola, Identifícate. También fue conocida simplemente con el nombre de Syreeta. Syreeta was born Syreeta Wright in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1946, and started singing at age four. height: 350, behavior: 'all' links: '#ffffff' I remember one night in particular in the early 70’s a group of us, your Mom, Minnie,Darlene, Shirley, and myself were watching that horrible Linda Blair movie and we were scared stiff, had all the lights on, to scared to sleep and jumping at every sound. Syreeta Wright (born Rita Wright; February 28, 1946 or August 3, 1946 (sources differ) – July 6, 2004), who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was an American singer–songwriter, best known for her music during the early–1970s through the early–1980s.. Wright's career heights were songs involved with her ex–husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston. She was pushing Stevie in the swings. One love to the family, Stevie Wonder and Patrice Rushen. Heart Felt Love, To the family of Mrs. Wright Muhammad may allah kep and bless you, My heart felt condolences to Ms Wright’s family. Syreeta’s performance that night for the Minister. Tenía 57 años. Nevertheless, to her family, my prayers and thoughts go to you, as I know the depth of missing her is nothing compared to mine, and to her fans, lets keep her music alive-share it with your kids… and grandkids who only think Mariah Carey or Chante Moore are the only ones with a high octive voice-they learned from the pros-Syreeta and Minnie! However, after her death, Wonder told that she was very picturesque as a lyricist. Well, I follow under the leadership of Imam Wallace (Warith) Deen Muhammad, the son of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. Her sweet voice bought me comfort and joy so many times throughout my life. God Bless the Family of Syreeta. I often wondered what silenced that wonderful voice. We will see her again. On February 2, 1975, Simmons gave birth to Aisha Morris. I remember screaming seeing this album as I went to the store to purchase DeBarge. And I pray that she is resting peacefully in barzak. But her songs live on forever. I’m sorry I never realized how great an artist she was. Anyway, WE MUST STAY STRONG!!!! DIVINE HANDS A GROUP STARTED BY HER CARRYS HER ON. I can remember listening to Syreeta over and over again when I was growing up in West Philly. A wonderful voice – a wonderful lady. I just found out during the recent Grammy Awards. My daughter, Kimberly was married with the main song being “With You, I’m Born Again” Yes, She sings in heaven, with the choir and SOLO. Syreeta Wright (August 3, 1946 – July 6, 2004), who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was a singer-songwriter active from the 1960s until her death. Keep her memory ALIVE!! I went through her pictures and said a prayer for her and thanked her for all she did in life. Syreeta, may the Supreme Intelligence and its divine agents welcome your spirit back home. My fondest memory was that as a young girl, buying “The Spell”(up until this point my older brother Terry had all her music and I felt ‘grown up’to have my own Syreeta LP). God Bless. Her voice seemed to reach inside of me and remind me that I matter to God. I am shocked, devastated and all very heartbroken of this very sudden death of my hero Sis. As a teanager going through the normal teanaged angst at the time of first hearing the track the song wonderfully articulated all that I was going through at the time. From “Blame it on the Sun”to “Music is my Santuary”,those were the days when there WAS real music. Next thing you know they performed it. I REMEMBER WHEN SYREETA AND I SANG TOGETHER AT A It was then that I read that she had died and I was sorry to hear it. I was only 17 at the time and in ah at all the great Motown stars there. interval: 30000, I love you Syreeta and I will miss you much. May Allah bless and carry you on Syreeta. the beauty of Syreeta Wright continues to live on . Also, to contribute your thoughts [in a montage of other people]on her life and/or passing.This is a serious and sincere outreach to you.If you decline, still, many blessings to you for loving or admiring Syreeta. Escúchalo en streaming y sin anuncios o compra CDs y MP3s ahora en Amazon.es. Syreeta Wright was an inspiration to us all! They had 4 children: Jamal Robertson , Hodari Robertson , Takiyah Muhammad and Harmoni Muhammad . Your Mom had one of the warmest spirits I’ve ever known. My beautiful sister, I miss you everyday. background: '#000000', Syreeta Wright is still one of”GODs”greatest gifts to this world. Cuenta y listas Cuenta Devoluciones y Pedidos Suscríbete a. NITE CLUB CALLED THE HIPPOPONIMUS CLUB IN PHILA.PA Love you always, wish things worked out us, you can always still call me. Syreeta never got the true acolades she desvered but for true lovers of GOOD R&B music we know real talent when we hear it. She seemed so happy. Be Strong. I had the joy and pleasure of being her musician when she sung in a Baptist Church choir. }).render().setUser('blogofdeath').start(); Post was not sent - check your email addresses! a voice which brought a whole lot of joy to these Wright was a very skilled lyricist and worked with her partner on hits like "Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours" and "If You Really Love Me." Very sad news. You were a fantastic singer, who will be missed and you will live on in our hearts forever. For years I had the 12 inch LP version which unfortunately got damaged and it was whilst trying get a CD version of her 1980 ‘Syreeta’ alum on the internet I discovered much to my shock that she had passed away. I remember her wedding to Stevie Wonder herroad manager John was married to my best friends sister Darlene Battle and they took us to his reception.