American singer and musician (1948–2004).

Born February 1st, 1948 in Buffalo. ^[ref]

Died August 6th, 2004 at 56 years old in Los Angeles (myocardial infarction, stroke, diabetes). ^[ref]

James Brown

Born May 3rd, 1933 in Barnwell.

Died December 25th, 2006 at 73 years old

Ray Charles

Born September 23rd, 1930 in Albany.

Died June 10th, 2004 at 73 years old

Richard Perry

Born June 18th, 1942 in Brooklyn.

Died December 24th, 2024 at 82 years old

Ric Ocasek

Born March 23rd, 1949 in Baltimore.

Died September 15th, 2019 at 70 years old

Rick Ross

Born January 28th, 1976 in Coahoma County.