Roberta Flack, a celebrated R&B singer and pianist, has passed away at the age of 88. She was known for hit songs such as "Killing Me Softly" and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face." Flack's impact on music has been profound, with artists like Adele and Alicia Keys citing her as an influence. Though her ambition was to become a concert pianist, societal challenges directed her toward a successful singing career that showcased her unique sound and emotional delivery.
Flack's teachers knew racism would make that difficult in the white world of classical music.
Adele said she learned control from listening to Flack's voice.
Roberta Flack sang with clarity and tenderness, leaving an everlasting impact on R&B.
Her dream was to become a concert pianist, but she found great success as a singer.
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