She died at the age of 57 on 6 July 2004 in Los Angeles . but GOD got her.. To her children, those of us who know of her we still spreading her love around and its world wide, nation to nation. Anyway,30 years later, I realized that I never really dealt with the loss-and the special made me think of Syreetas passing as well and that I really hadnt dealt with it. Those were some very special lyrics from a very talented songwriter. God Bless her family! She married Mr. Wonder in 1970, and the two divorced about two years later. Wright recorded six albums for Motown, the most notable being the first two, which were produced by Wonder. During that same time period, she added vocals to the theme song for the Canadian slasher-horror flick Happy Birthday to Me, known for starring Little House on the Prairies Melissa Sue Anderson. My love forever. Later, Diana Ross re-recorded the song for her solo album, Surrender, released in 1971. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Wright died of cancer Tuesday at her Los Angeles home, surrounded by family, her sister, Kim Barnum, said. Wright also sang background on records by the Supremes and by Martha and the Vandellas, notably singing the chorus to the group's modest hit single, "I Can't Dance to That Music You're Playing". i am ger third child Takiyah. What a remarkable woman with a wonderful voice. The titles peaked at No. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Syreeta Wright I found on Findagrave.com. She impacted me through her music. Your mother is alive in spirit. Syreeta is a member of the following lists: 1946 births, American women . She and Preston completed a further album project in 1981 and a singe release entitled 'Go For It.' Learn more about managing a memorial . She loved you as if you were her own. There was an error deleting this problem. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Her words, Im going left till you lead me to the right have so often resounded within me, when Ive needed to hear them most. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Remaining best friends, Wright would continue to provide background vocals and compositions with Wonder for the next two decades.[5]. R&B Singer, Songwriter. I recently lost both of my grandparents within twelve days of each other. Very sad news. GOD AND THE ANGELS ARE GONNA LOVE THAT ANGELIC SWEET VOICE. In addition to her sister, she is survived by four children, Takiyah, Harmoni, Jamal and Hodari, and her mother, Essie Wright. I am glad to be in a generation when talent and musicianship were at its peak. Syreeta Wright, a Motown recording artist and songwriter who collaborated with Stevie Wonder, her husband for several years in the early 1970's, in writing hits including ''Signed, Sealed,. [5] Motown reassigned the singer from Motown's Gordy imprint, where "I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel for You" was released, to Motown's L.A.-based MoWest subsidiary. Motown Records ought to be ashamed of themselves for letting her material go to waste. The song My Little Girl was one of my favorites from that album. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. What a tender and sweet voice stilled. Her last album was in 1983, titled The Spell., She tried to paint on the easel of life every day and just totally empty her cup, Barnum said. Amazing! This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Age discrimination, How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Rainn Wilson, Hes back? Yes like many of you I loved her and her music. It was beautiful as she was as she lay peacefully in her casket. I felt very sad to hearabout the passing of Ms Wright. Sister Syreeta accomplished this by allowing us to listen to her heart songs. We will see her again. She launched her musical career as a secretary at Motown Records in the 1960s. She returned to the studio in the late 1980s, recording several tracks for Ian Levine's Motor City label, including a solo rendition of 'With You I'm Born Again' and new duets with Billy Preston. So sad, I do hope her loved ones are consoled somewhat by the beautiful songs and lyrics that she created. She was definitely not your average talent. [5] On 14 September 1970, after a year-long courtship, Wright, 24, and Wonder, 20, married in Detroit. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. }, Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Her duet with Billy Preston, With You Im Born Again, is so beautiful. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Frank Ocean finally emerges after hourlong delay on Day 3 at Coachella 2023, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckinghams rocky relationship: A timeline of love and war, New songs with Chris Cornell on the way after Soundgarden settles with Vicky Cornell, Blackpink in your area: K-pop supergroup sets Dodger Stadium concert, Janet Jackson begins tour with this epic set list and Sheinelle Jones as dancer, The actor, the hairstylist and the eye surgeon: Drugs and death in a Malibu beach house, Have guests in town? Facebook gives people the power. She was 58. Wright died in 2004 after a long struggle with cancer. Riperton added background vocals to the album, primarily at the end of the album track "Heavy Day". I havent seen or talked to her since the early 70s, however, I never stopped thinking of her, because we were good friends. height: 350, Syreeta Wright was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on August 3, 1946. Someday, we will work together again. God Bless the Family of Syreeta. 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. Dallas, TX, Sis Syreeta was one of the greatest voices in music and her music will last forever. ive always felt as though there was a special connection between myself and stevie wonder. I only found out that this incredible voice was silenced forever while watching the Grammys on 02/13/05, as they paid tribute to those musicians whove transcended this earthly realm. I HAVNT SAID THIS TO HARDLY ANYONE, BUT I WANT TO THANK ALLAH FOR PUTTING SYREETA IN MY LIFE, SHE BECAME MY MOTHER, TOUGHT ME THINGS WHEN MY MOTHER WAS NOT AROUND, EVEN THOUGH WE WENT THROUGH MANY THINGS I WILL NEVER FORGET HER, NOR THE FAMILY THAT WAS MADE MINE, EVEN IF YOU NEVER KNOW IT, I LOVE YOU ALL, JAMAL THANKS FOR ALL THAT YOU SHOWED ME, THANKS SHARING YOUR MOM, IT MADE ME A BETTER WOMAN.PEACE. In 1968, the soul singer and songwriter Syreeta Wright, who has died of cancer aged 58, met Stevie Wonder. I felt like as my love for music grew, so did my interest in her grew as well. As a result, Essie's two sisters, Yvonne and Kim, grew up in the shadow of Essie's mother and grandmother, along with Syreeta. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Her father was killed in the Korean War and she was raised by her mother and grandmother, and attended private school after her family moved to Detroit, Michigan when she was 11 years old. Wright's career heights were songs in collaboration with her ex-husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. She soon developed an intrest in writing and singing. Drag images here or select from your computer for Syreeta Wright memorial. Total respect. 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. The singer/songwriter recorded. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Rest in Peace Billy you were great on the keyboards. Mt. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. The spirit of her that lies within her songs when they are listened to causes something within you to well up with love, hope, and compassion. You wont be forgotten. Rita 'Syreeta' Wright, singer-songwriter, born February 28 1946; died July 6 2004. oneunikadvocate2@aol.com, I was just surfing the internet trying to recall this song from years and years ago that kept going through my head. 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. Cameron on the duet album, Rich Love, Poor Love. Motown withheld its release until July 1970. Stevie Wonder's partner in music and (briefly) marriage, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Click to reveal At the time of her death, she was 58 years old. Her spirit lives on. Ive only just learnt of her death Im so sorry. interval: 30000, Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. I will use it as a my song at my wedding.May God keep and bless her family. In 1980, Wright recorded the song 'And So It Begins,' which has become a rare grove over the years. 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. My hearts condolences to the family of the great beautiful angel, Syreeta Wright. The artist, of course, was Syreeta, who made her R&B album chart debut on July 29, 1972 with a self-titled record that also featured three of their co-writes, another "insider" Motown reading of. I delayed in trying to make contact thinkingone day. Wright continued to record for Motown into the 1980s, releasing her second self-titled album in 1980, and the funk/boogie-oriented Set My Love in Motion in late 1981. She released her first Wonder-produced Motown album, the critically acclaimed Syreeta, under the MoWest imprint in 1972. her voice will never die RESPECT,LOVE and PEACE be STILL. She is very missed. Try again later. Syreetas mother. Today, I own the Essential Collection of her solo recordings and whenever I listen to it^, shes near me. MaiEaiisha and trust me they truly loved her. I feel sad for the way she died, feeling pain. The WonderWright composition "If You Really Love Me" (which also featured Wright prominently singing background vocals) reached number 8 in the US that year. symu27@sbcglobal.net. Born Syreeta Wright in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, August 3, 1946 she gravitates from front-of-house receptionist at Motown in 1965 to secretary for Mickey Stevenson and then as an assigned artist who Berry Gordy considers as a replacement in the Supremes for Diana Ross, though that gig goes to Jean Terrell. Love the Fro Brother! ive never met her, but i feel ive known her for years. We have set your language to I had no idea that Syreeta had passed away and am very sad about it. Motowns founder, Berry Gordy, eventually signed her to the label as Rita Wright. Written-By - Stevie Wonder, Syreeta Wright Backing Vocals - Jerry Peters , Syreeta Wright Musician - David T. Walker , Dorothy Ashby , Eddie Watkins * , "Ready" Freddie Washington * , Greg Poree , Harvey Mason , Jerry Peters , Josef Blocker * , Leon "Ndugu" Chancler * , Paul M. Jackson * , Scott Edwards (2) , Tim May Chills ran up and down my body. version: 2, 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. Her father was a Korean War veteran. Stevie Wonder, Berry Gordy, Patrice Rushen were among the celebrities that attended. Spotify Amazon. 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. Syreeta Wright was an inspiration to us all! im sadden that shes acutally gone. the beauty of Syreeta Wright continues to live on . Syreeta was the best and her spirit was always one to encourage you to be your best. It came out the summer DeBArges All this Love came out. American Singer Syreeta was born Rita Wright on 3rd August, 1946 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and passed away on 6th Jul 2004 Los Angeles, California aged 57. It is odd how I realized how an intense intrumental, play by jeff beck and more, was also sung so sweetly by the women that was once married and colaborated with the great STEVIE. I discovered this site tonight upon researching her and am subsequently saddened by the news of her passing. I am saddened by just now hearing of the news that A reminder that for some performers, usually women, it's their relationships that make the news. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. I hardly remembered the lyrics buy the name came to me after a while and when I finally found it, it brough back so many memories.Syreeta from Oklahoma city, Oklahoma, you have touched me from years ago. background: '#000000', These tracks were recorded when Syreeta was still being marketed by Motown as Rita Wright. There is a problem with your email/password. After growing up in Pittsburgh, Syreeta Wright moved to Detroit, where she joined Motown Records. It's her first stage role ever and first singing job since the '80s", "British certifications Billy Preston & Syreeta With You I'm Born Again", Stevie Wonder's Journey Through "The Secret Life of Plants", Superwoman (Where Were You When I Needed You), I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever), https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Syreeta_Wright&oldid=1146518861, African-American women singer-songwriters, Short description is different from Wikidata, Pages using infobox musical artist with associated acts, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, "I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel for You". rpp: 5, God Bless. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Thanks to Stevie Wonder who knew how to pick classic singers, and expose us to such a great person. households that less talented individuals seem to During this period Syreeta also made vocal contributions to two albums by American jazz saxophonist Gary Bartz - Juju Man (1976) and Music Is My Sanctuary (1977). Oops, we were unable to send the email. Syreeta aka Syreeta Wright. Founder Berry Gordy later signed her to the label and she recorded a Brian Holland/Ashford & Simpson tune initially meant for Diana Ross, I Cant Give Back the Love I Feel for You., Wright married Wonder in 1970. Only two were issued at the time of recording. From Blame it on the Sunto Music is my Santuary,those were the days when there WAS real music. After growing up in Pittsburgh, Syreeta Wright moved to Detroit, where she joined Motown Records. the work she did didnt reach the same amount of There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. by Donald A. Guarisco. Berry Gordy simplified Wright's name to Rita and she began recording background vocals during the 1960s releasing a single of her own in 1967's 'I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel For You,' an Ashford and Simpson underground classic originally written for Diana Ross. Juli 2004 in Los Angeles, Kalifornien) war eine US-amerikanische Soul-Sngerin und Songwriterin, die vor allen Dingen durch ihre Platten fr die legendre Plattenfirma Motown bekannt wurde. GREAT NEWS! Find a Grave. I, too, would like to express my sincere condolences to her family, friends and to all who were touched by such a special lady! I often wondered what silenced that wonderful voice. Discover Syreeta's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. I will always remember her with the duet with Billy Preston. Before her untimely death in 2004, Syreeta Wright had established a career as a singer with a golden voice. Her best showing on the chart came with 1980s simply titled Syreeta, released on Motowns Tamla imprint, which reached No. That remark promted him to put the LP on and hear it for himself.I enjoyed that LP ( I personally think that was Jermaine Jacksons best project as a producer), and ended up playing it more than DeBarge! [18] She was buried in Inglewood Park Cemetery. Darryl Andrews Wright died at her home, surrounded by family, after battling breast cancer, her sister Kim Barnum said. Stevie Wonder and his first wife Syreeta Wright were more than just lovers, but they were close collaborators during their time together. Edward's brother, composer and producer Brian Holland, co-wrote "I Can't Give Back the Song I Feel for You" with the couple, and produced it with Lamont Dozier for Syreeta. I was only 17 at the time, but a big fan of Stevie Wonder. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/9066498/syreeta-wright. Motown's founder, Berry Gordy, signed her to the label as Rita Wright, and under that name she released ''I Can't Give Back the Love I Feel for You,'' written by Brian Holland and Ashford & Simpson. she was not only my mother but she was my best friend. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. My daughter, Kimberly was married with the main song being With You, Im Born Again Yes, She sings in heaven, with the choir and SOLO. Know this, your Mom Syretta has always had a natural instinct in relating to children, way before God blessed her with her own very precious little ones. Im a huge fan of Stevie Wonder and have only discovered Syreeta in the past year or so. Her zodiac sign is Leo. Then in 1975 he met his first baby mama, Yolanda . She is a nightngale and I listen to her musics all the time. I remember well her album, although I would have to dig back in the archives to find it. I was shocked when I heard the news that another one of Motown wonders has gone on the the Heavenly Hitsville in the Heavens. 0 cemeteries found in Inglewood, Los Angeles County, California, USA. As I put her album up to the counter, the salesperson asked me if I heard anything off the LP,and I said,It doesnt matterits Syreeta Wright. Al-Hamdiallah! 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. Wright went on to make a bigger splash at Motown as a songwriter. She was one of 3 people I completely trusted with my girls TaiLan and I was lucky enough to attend the wedding of Stevie Wonder and Syreeta in 1970. 6 July 2004. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Syreeta Wright (9066498)? Wright was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States,[5] in 1946, and started singing at the age of four. ears has been silenced by cancer. 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