God bless, MIKE AMATO, My deeptest You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Then in 1975 he met his first baby mama, Yolanda . Blame it on the sun remains one of my all time favourite tracks. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Wright's career heights were songs in collaboration with her ex-husband Stevie Wonder and musical artist Billy Preston . I was deeply touched. R&B Singer, Songwriter. Read the best writing on rock music here. In 1980, Wright recorded the song 'And So It Begins,' which has become a rare grove over the years. 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,. love yassie and family. Through their business, The Wright Place Coaching and Counseling, their work involves healing, guiding, and motivating those in need of strength in the Fredericksburg community.With their guidance, Syreeta and Bobby hope that you, and others in your life, will become more comfortable in . She was 58. I was not too Wright still worked with Wonder during this period singing the lead vocals for their composition "Come Back as a Flower" for Wonder's 1979 album Journey through the Secret Life of Plants and also sung alongside Wonder on his 1980 song "As If You Read My Mind" for his Hotter than July album. It was one of the most beautiful babies that I had ever seen. I have since had the pictures reprinted in better quality and will always treasure them. This page was last edited on 25 March 2023, at 11:36. Keep her memory ALIVE!! Her voice seemed to reach inside of me and remind me that I matter to God. View the profiles of people named Syreeta Wright. Join Facebook to connect with Syreeta Wright and others you may know. by Donald A. Guarisco. Sister Angela. After growing up in Pittsburgh, Syreeta Wright moved to Detroit, where she joined Motown Records. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. 1. [8] The album also featured one duet with G. C. Cameron, formerly of the Spinners. 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. She was one of 3 people I completely trusted with my girls TaiLan and God I am so very sorry I loved her music so mch and have been trying to find her cds anywhere with now luck.to her family my depest heart felt sympathy. 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. Linda Lewis Stevie mentioned how upset he has been over the death of his first wife and his brother. Thank you Syreeta. [10] She stayed in the cast until 1995. 1979). I had the joy and pleasure of being her musician when she sung in a Baptist Church choir. God Bless the Family and her soul. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. As a result, Essie's two sisters, Yvonne and Kim, grew up in the shadow of Essie's mother and grandmother, along with Syreeta. I was looking at some old pics I have and came across wedding I often wondered what became of her since I didnt know much about her. My prayers go out to the family. On July 6, 2004, Syreeta Wright died of non-communicable disease. She was a totally incredible person, Barnum told The Times this week. Ive always loved the song (If You Really Love Me),but never knew who the lady vocalist was. Her best showing on the chart came with 1980s simply titled Syreeta, released on Motowns Tamla imprint, which reached No. I was only 17 at the time and in ah at all the great Motown stars there. For obituary of her funeral in PDF format, please EMail us. Thank you Syreeta! May Allah (saw) forgive her sins and grant her Paradise! However, after her death, Wonder told that she was very picturesque as a lyricist. May her legacy live on. I discovered this site tonight upon researching her and am subsequently saddened by the news of her passing. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. I attended Ferris State College with Syreeta and she was a Big Star there before she ever even worked at Motown Records. She was a wonderful and talented person. I presented it to him as a Christmas present for his vast music collection. Oops, we were unable to send the email. 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. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE. Each time I was in the studio listening to her sing her heart out; I would be more amazed than the time before. Syreeta Wright, best known for her duet with Billy Preston on "With You I'm Born Again," died last night (July 6) after a long struggle with cancer. Unfortunately, Stevie Wonder's ex-wife Syreeta Wright died in 2004 of congestive heart failure at the age of 58. Died: 6 July 2004 (heart failure due to cancer treatment) in Los Angeles, California, USA (aged 57). Your email address will not be published. I was miss her sweet spirit. She loved music and she loved life.. Wright was born Rita Wright in Pittsburgh and later moved to Detroit, where she worked as a Motown secretary and was later a backup singer. She seemed so happy. She briefly recorded for Motorcity Records before retiring from show business for good in the mid-1990s and settling in Los Angeles with her four children. I grew up with her sister Kim when they still lived in Michigan. I knew she had to be a wonderful person for Stevie to love her. I happen to be able They divorced about two years later. Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USA. 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". A Truly Amazing singer I last saw Syreeta in the 80s when she was Touring the UK on the Motorcity Tour. She is missed. Your mom will never be forgotten. Surprisingly, we named our precious baby girl Syreeta. We always tell her that when she meets another Syreeta if they are genuine they will also know the real history behind the name and the connection to Stevie Wonder. MoWest issued "I Love Every Little Thing About You" in the late winter of 1972, but it failed to chart. links: '#ffffff' It was Gordy who suggested she change her name to Syreeta as sounding more glamorous than Rita. Vicky D. Lindsey, [9] The success of the song led Motown to renew Wright's contract, which was due to expire that year, with neither side looking to renegotiate. 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. She was 58. Music led her to the offices of Motown Records. I was watching TV-one just now and found out that she had moved up a little higher. And I pray that she is resting peacefully in barzak. Syreeta is a member of the following lists: 1946 births, American women . Remaining best friends, Wright would continue to provide background vocals and compositions with Wonder for the next two decades.[5]. [5] The couple then wrote and arranged songs for Wonder's Where I'm Coming From,[5] which was released much to Berry Gordy's chagrin in the spring of 1971. stevie wonder presents syreeta universal sound of the world can not be heard on you tube why not? Motown recording artist and songwriter Syreeta Wright, who collaborated with ex-husband Stevie Wonder in writing several hits including " Signed, Sealed, Delivered " and . I remember well her album, although I would have to dig back in the archives to find it. She will be greatly missed/love by many. Discover Syreeta's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. ears has been silenced by cancer. Syreeta was born on August 3, 1946 in Pittsburgh, United States. She is no longer able to be with you physically, but the soul lives on. Syreeta Wright Wright in 1973 Background information Also known as Rita Wright Born (1946-02-28)February 28, 1946 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. Love the Fro Brother! This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Shortly thereafter, family affairs took over and Wright stopped recording for a while. to go to the wedding with a friend whose mother worked with The Pittsburgh native began singing when she was only four years old. Syreeta aka Syreeta Wright. The marriage was not a success - they were. Sleep well, Greetings, The covers also were very similar to each other. Syretta had a marvelous voice and her talents just beamed from every pore. Sometimes it's in the first sentence, sometimes a little later, but it's always there. hello yes, i need to no, songs stevie wonder & syreeta sing together please Syreeta recorded a song called Let Me Be The One in 1980 and this song is the music of my life. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. 1976) and Hodari Robertson (b. I bought her first album in college in 1973 and always felt that she under-rated and should have been known by more because she was so talented! Some people might think this is strange, considering I never PERSONALLY knew them, but they gave us apart of themselves otherwise, many like myself would not feel the way that we do- we connected with their passion for what they did. The song reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. This set brought her chart success with the singles 'Your Kiss Is Sweet' and 'Spinning & Spinning'. Heaven has a new angel! Syreeta Wright was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on August 3, 1946. She wrote songs I did not know she wrote that has had major influences on my life. date of death. Someday, we will work together again. Syreeta and I grew up together in Inkster, Michigan. I am blessed to have heard her beautiful voice singing in my head. Wright left the music business for a time. No one will be able to understand my grief. In between working with Wonder on his albums, Wright decided to return to her own singing career. It is often said that the song was initially written for the Supremes (by then billed as "Diana Ross & the Supremes"), but Motown session logos indicate that the backing track was not recorded for anyone else previously. Source: Pinterest Death Of His Mother She was ill for a long time. An inspiring project that forever stays in my music collection. Syreeta Wright was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on August 3, 1946. Sadly, I didnt know she God had called her home. May you rest in peace mrs.wright. Love u, Miss, you , and thank you Syreeta will be missed. [5] The album featured the minor R&B hit "Quick Slick", which peaked at number 41 R&B in early 1982. 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. I miss her as I do my Son, my Mother, my Father, but our Family Chains will link again. As a former Disc Syreeta Wright, former wife of Stevie Wonder and a singer/songwriter in her own right, has died of cancer at 58. She co-wrote several of his hits, including Signed, Sealed, Delivered, Superwoman and If You Really Love Me. In return, Wonder produced two of Wrights albums her 1972 debut Syreeta, and her sophomore effort, Stevie Wonder Presents Syreeta., The R&B vocalist also sang with Michael Bolton and Quincy Jones. It is all a test! Wright, who was also known for her hit duet with Billy Preston, With You Im Born Again, from the 1979 film Fast Break, married Wonder in 1970. Though for most people her body of work went un-noticed, she touched me with many songs. She recorded one album with G. C. Cameron (The Spinners), entitled 'Rich Love, Poor Love," in 1977, before collaborating with Billy Preston, an association that saw the pair producing the film 'Fast Break.' She was 58. It was performed by Motown recording artists Billy Preston and Syreeta Wright (credited as Syreeta) and became an international hit for the duo, reaching number four on . A formidable 17 are seeing the light of day here for the first time. To hear a song sung properly by the one God placed the song in, is a treat that lives on beyond our fleshly body. This browser does not support getting your location. [5] Within a year, she became a secretary for Mickey Stevenson, just as Martha Reeves had done before her. While she first came to the attention of music fans for her marriage to and collaboration with Stevie Wonder, Syreeta was a dynamic artist in her own right, as she showed on her several albums, including her very successful collaborations . interval: 30000, "Syreeta" redirects here. DIVINE HANDS A GROUP STARTED BY HER CARRYS HER ON. She performed later as Syreeta Wright, recording her last album in 1983, titled ''The Spell.''. the work she did didnt reach the same amount of Syreeta waited in the wings . He's Gone. The couples major success came with the U. S. and U. K. top 10 hit, 'With You I'm Born Again,' in 1979. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Thank you, Syreeta. may GOD heal and comfort the family and love ones of Syreeta Wright. But they remained true and unconditional friends after that, even up to the very, very end, Barnum said. Though you have left us physically you are forever with us in minds, bodies, souls and in our hearts. God Bless. Syreeta when she brought her Divine Hands, a group of talented Muslim young ladies to our carnival. Because Ive always loved Stevie I could only feel the same way about Syreeta. 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