I was introduced to Betty Wright in 2012 at an Art Basel event in Miami. I became giddy in her presence almost immediately. I talked with Ms. Wright about how huge a fan my mom was, and how I, too, ...

Wright, a Miami native, peaked at No. 6 on Billboard’s Hot 100 and No. 2 on the R&B charts in January 1972 with "Clean Up Woman,' her signature hit a song that was released in late 1971. The song was ...

Betty Wright, the celebrated Grammy-winning soul singer, died Sunday from cancer at her home in Miami, her family confirmed on social media. She was 66. Wright, known for her hits "Clean Up Woman" and ...

Before there was Lil’ Kim, Nicki Minaj or Cardi B, there was Betty Wright, an R&B singer whose soulful voice was beyond her years. Before her 18th birthday, she was singing about things her listeners ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Betty Wright’s voice felt like both a conversation and a sermon. She didn’t just sing—she told the truth, pulling from real life, heartache, joy, and soul-deep wisdom. Growing up ...

Legendary soul and R&B singer Betty Wright died on Sunday after a battle with cancer. She was 66. Wright's niece confirmed the news to multiple media outlets. The news comes a week after Chaka Khan ...