R&B Singer Jesse Powell, who is best known for his single “You” passed away at the age of 51 in his Los Angeles Home”, confirms his sister Tamara Powell via Instagram.
— Tamara Powell
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It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother and uncle Jesse Powell. He passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home.
Tamara Powell shared this video on her Instagram.
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Jesse was a professional American R&B/soul songwriter-singer.
Who Was He?
Who Was He?
He's best known for his hit single “You,” which was released in 1999 & peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop chart and No. 10 on the Hot 100.
He was one of the artists who helped contemporary R&B get a mainstream look in the 1990s, his sophomore album "Bout It" was released in 1998 & became his most successful release.
Jesse Powell was born on 12 September 1971 in Gary, Indiana, United States. He celebrated his birthday just one day before his passing. How sad is that!
When & Where Was He Born?
Cause of Death
His Cause of death is not known. His family and friends are saddened by Jesse Powell’s death and are expressing their grief by paying tribute to him on the Internet.
The talented artist has definitely impacted R&B fans all over the world, hundreds of tributes & condolences flooded the social media platforms.
We will continue to celebrate his legacy and bring awareness to those who may not have been familiar with his music.