Frankie Beverly, legendary soul singer and founder of funk band Maze, dies

Frankie Beverly, the legendary soul singer and songwriter known for his time with the funk band Maze, has died. He was 77.

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[BossLifeOnlineGM]

I am in tears! I grew up on his music! OMG! RIP

[carlosyoung]

RIP BIG BRO! THANKS FOR THE GREAT TIMELESS MUSIC YOU Blessed US WITH! 💯

[terrencehughes]

Rest in Peace Frankie. Condolences from Memphis Tennessee.

[gailsmith]

R.I.H. Frankie...you will be forever missed😢😢💐💐💐 Today is his "Golden Time of Day"

[artlover]

I know maze will never be the same without their lead singer. Rest easy Frankie Beverly 💔🥺🕊️🙏🥀

[nkotbsouth]

My condolences to Mr Beverly's family, friends and fans. His presence will definitely be missed.

I was blessed to see many of his live concerts over the past 20+ years. He and Maze were immensely talented gentlemen who never disappointed their fans. I am sad at his passing, yet grateful to have joined their legion of fans in showing our love and support. RIP sir! 😭

[donna]

Thank you, Frankie Beverly and maze for your contribution to some beautiful music over the years. Rest in peace. You will be forever missed.😥

[shoniawilliams]

Sending my sincere condolences to his family and fans 🥰🕯️🙏🏽🕊️

[DaNiyaHodge]

Rip Howard Stanley Beverly, you will be missed

[TodayismyBirthday]

RIP Mr Frankie Beverly I’m so glad I had the opportunity to attend 1 of his concerts years ago!!

[mrbgladney]

Eas"T"exas Respect Mr Beverly & Rest N Peace Prayers & Blessings 2 the Family Friends & Fans Between Him & Mr James Earl Jones Passing N A Matter Of Hours Its Truly A SAD WEEK N THE FIELD OF ENTERTAINMENT...

[ggant]

I heard, Frankie Beverly RIP. A legend dies.

[djbasquiatt]

Blessed Transition my brother. #GOATED

[shirleypoindexter]

REST IN LOVE FRANKIE BEVERLY YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED🙏🏾😇🎤❤ PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY

[almabustamante]

OMG a fan from the beginning, and always a fan I’ve seen him at least six times I had his albums and CDs! Poor man worked till the end RIP you brought so much joy rhythm dance and love into our lives.Forever on the playlist of my life, so so sad❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[loveylady]

Frankie, you brought so much joy to so many you are truly missed rest well

[kabelomatthews]

We're one!❤ i shed a tear for the great frankie Beverly. Mhsriep. A great man

[judithnugent]

Such a great loss. An amazing Icon and Legend> and Maze

[orensmith]

RIP FRANKIE PASSING AWAY ON MY BIRTHDAY 😮 NOT GOOD BUT I WILL SMOKE FOR YOU AND PIMP C BECAUSE WE LOVED MAZE FACTS FROM ODOGG FROM CLEVELAND N RALEIGH NC OH YEAH WE R THE GZ

[MichelleJackson-vcno]

MY HEART IS SOOOO BROKEN BROKEN 💔 😢 I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS 💔 😢 I'M SAD THANK YOU FRANKIE BEVERLY FOR ALL OF THIS BEAUTIFUL MUSIC YOU GAME US YOU WILL BE MISS FOR SURE PEACE AND BLESSINGS 🙌 🙏 TO THE FAMILY HE WAS THE GREATEST I ENJOYED EVERY CONCERT I WENT TO FOLLOWED HIM EVERY WHERE 🙏