Grammy-Nominated R&B Singer Freddie Jackson Dies At 70

UNITED STATES – Grammy-nominated R&B singer Freddie Jackson, known for his smooth ’80s hits “Rock Me Tonight” and “You Are My Lady,” has died. He was 70 years old.

A statement shared by his family confirmed Jackson died Monday, three days after his 70th birthday. No cause of death was provided.

His distinctive voice proved to be his superpower. The album, “Rock Me Tonight,” released in 1985, was quickly certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, and led to his two career Grammy nominations.

Jackson became a mainstay of those billboard charts and a fixture of contemporary urban radio play throughout the ’80s and early ’90s.