Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and soul icon Angie Stone has died at the age of 63 following a tragic rollover car accident, authorities confirmed late Saturday.
Stone, known for her rich vocals, timeless R&B hits, and contributions to neo-soul and gospel music, was reportedly traveling with her band en route to a performance when the accident occurred.
The vehicle lost control and flipped multiple times on a rural highway outside Mobile, Alabama. Emergency responders arrived on the scene quickly, but Stone was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two other passengers sustained non-life-threatening injuries and are being treated at a nearby hospital.
“We are heartbroken to confirm the passing of our beloved Angie,” her family said in a statement. “She was a mother, a friend, a light in so many lives — and her music will live on forever.”
🎶 A Voice That Defined Generations
Angie Stone rose to fame in the 1990s and early 2000s with a sound that blended classic soul, R&B, and gospel influences. Her breakout solo album Black Diamond featured the hit “No More Rain (In This Cloud),” and she earned multiple Grammy nominations throughout her career.
With collaborations that included D’Angelo, Alicia Keys, Lenny Kravitz, and Missy Elliott, Stone was widely respected not only as a vocalist but also as a songwriter and producer who helped shape the neo-soul movement.
Beyond the charts, she was admired for her authenticity, spiritual grounding, and powerful messages of empowerment and self-love.
🕊️ Tributes Pour In
The music community reacted with an outpouring of grief and admiration.
“Angie had one of the purest, most honest voices I’ve ever heard,” said singer Jill Scott. “She sang from the soul — and her soul was beautiful.”
Social media platforms were flooded with tributes from fans and fellow artists alike, many recalling how her music helped them through personal struggles or marked special moments in their lives.
🕯️ A Legacy of Resilience
Born Angela Laverne Brown in Columbia, South Carolina, Angie Stone began her music career in the 1970s as part of the hip-hop trio The Sequence before transitioning into R&B. Despite personal and professional challenges, she remained a steadfast figure in the music world, touring and recording until her final days.
“She was more than a singer — she was a survivor, a truth-teller, a soul healer,” said longtime friend and collaborator Raphael Saadiq.
Angie Stone is survived by her children, her grandchildren, and a legacy that spans decades of genre-defining music. Her voice may be gone, but her songs — and her spirit — will continue to echo through speakers and hearts around the world.