Iconic Vocalist Passes Away
Angela Bofill, the legendary R&B singer-songwriter, has passed away at the age of 70. The Cuban-Puerto Rican artist, known for hits like “I Try,” “This Time I’ll Be Sweeter,” and “I’m On Your Side,” died on June 13th at her daughter’s home in Vallejo, California.
A Trailblazer in R&B and Jazz
Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1954, Bofill began her professional career as a teenager in the 1970s. Her debut album, “Angie,” released in 1978, catapulted her to fame, featuring popular tracks like “This Time I’ll Be Sweeter” and “Under the Moon and Over the Sky.”
Bofill’s unique blend of R&B and jazz made her one of the first Latina singers to make a significant impact in these genres. Throughout her career, she released 10 studio albums, cementing her place as a trailblazer in the music industry.
Resilience in the Face of Adversity
Despite facing health challenges, including two strokes in 2006 and 2007 that left her partially paralyzed, Bofill remained resilient and continued to share her music with fans. In a 2011 interview with the Denver Post, she expressed her joy at performing again, saying, “I feel happy performing again. I need crowd. In the blood, entertain.”
A Legacy Etched in Music History
Bofill’s contributions to the music industry did not go unrecognized. In 2023, she was inducted into the Women Songwriters Hall of Fame, solidifying her legacy as a groundbreaking artist.
Her funeral will be held on June 28th at St. Dominic’s Church in Vallejo, California, where her family, friends, and fans will gather to celebrate her life and remarkable musical journey.
