What They Didn't tell you about Donny Hathaway's Death

This video is a poignant and powerful tribute that chronicles the extraordinary life and untimely departure of the legendary musician, Donny Hathaway. From his meteoric rise to stardom to the personal struggles that plagued him, witness the raw authenticity of Donny's soulful journey. As the video unfolds, it offers an exploration of the challenges he faced, his battles with mental health, and the ultimate tragedy that cut short a brilliant career. Donny Hathaway is a true musical legend whose voice continues to inspire generations of artists and fans.

[thecalmwayhome]

He was fine until he got into that dark industry. It’s the same sad ending for so many precious and talented artists. There’s a whole evil dark side that sucks out the soul. Rest easy sweet songbird 🌹

[huckleberry]

the first time I heard "Someday We'll All Be Free" I couldn't stop crying.

[justanadams]

He definitely deserves to be inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

[lexdee]

Donnie shouldn't have been alone that night he fell to his death. Especially after he was seen huddled in a corner at the studio, making delusional statements. This man was a genius in a class all his own. His voice and musical sound can never be replaced. He is missed dearly ❤

[missyt]

He had a Beautiful voice. What a gift he was! His daughter, Lalah's voice is just as beautiful and as rich as his. His songs make you think, smile, and reflect. I'm thankful he recorded songs with Roberta Flack. Great duo. RIP Mr. Hathaway. 🙏🏽💛

[jeffjordan]

WOW!! ONLY 33 YRS OLD! MUCH LOVE ❤ AND RESPECT 🙏 TREMENDOUSLY TALENTED AND GIFTED YOUNG BRO!! SMOOTH BEYOND COMPARISON!!

[lindasimpson]

You Got A Friend. My favorite song. No one sound, sang, or even tried to imitate his voice. The man was truly gifted.

[Venomous_]

I'm 49 and I think about Donnie everyday since 1985, every year I play his Christmas song. And everyday I play his music. My ex husband has schizophrenia and it's impacting me to this day.

[gussiewilliams]

I don’t believe he jumped out the window as it was told then. Rest in peace legend🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[theequietstorm]

Man Donny aint killed himself. the musicians in that day all talk about what they think really happened . The greatest singer of all time

[soniatorres]

How sad. I do remember him because of Roberta Flack and he had an amazing voice . I was very young . Thanks for that history lesson because I had no idea he had suffered from mental illness

[Showup]

His voice takes me Touched and blessed

[shekhemmaakherumenmetu]

Donny Hathaway is one of my all time favorite musician/singers of all time. He was a gifted genius and he pass that gene to his beautiful daughter. She sounds just like him. See you when you return in the next life.

[Nell_]

Donny is My favorite singer of all time. He and Aretha Franklin’s voices were like instruments. Donny is in heavy rotation on my playlists daily. When I first heard Luther Vandross sing, I could hear that he was inspired by Donny after singing background for him and Roberta Flack. Luther had his own personal style, but the riffs between falsetto to deep tenor, were definitely inspired by Donny, Luther (another favorite gone too soon😢) definitely was inspired, but was definitely an original too. RIP to all of the talented beloved performers we love, who have given us so much joy. ❤☮️

[mdofyjd]

When your pushed to your death and there's no autopsy 🎉 I agree his death is very suspect

[glostonandersoniii]

"The Closer I Get To You"

Donny's parts...soul moving!

[susanb]

I remember him before Roberta Flack. Was always a fan. He made a song recorded live entitled, ‘The Ghetto’ that was a storm in the AA community. Sort of like an anthem. He remade ‘A Song for You’ that was recorded again by his daughter. Fantastic singer, as is Laila.

[maryettamoore]

When every knee bends and every tongue confess the truth will not be hidden forever

[darbyhilltopreunion]

Very spiritual musician. Loved "for all we know".

[YenchantressisaStarr]

I watched a video on YouTube, about 2 months ago. In the video, it revealed the nefarious tactics of certain CIA agents. An agent was to assassinate someone, who was a problem. 2 men worked together on a project. One of the men was becoming concerned about the work. He became a mark. He eventually was said to have jumped from a hotel window. But the YouTube video revealed he had been pushed. One agent was quoted as saying, the pushing method posed little problem, being labeled as suicide. I immediately thought about Mr. Hathaway.
I also remember stories of Mr. Hathaway saying they want to take over his music He adamant about concerns of being targeted. He was eventually diagnosed with being paranoid schizophrenia. 🤔