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In Honor Of The Late Frankie Beverly, Here Are The Best Black Covers Of His Songs

In Honor Of The Late Frankie Beverly, Here Are The Best Black Covers Of His Songs

Beverly, who was born Howard Stanley Beverly, died at the age of 77.

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The legendary Frankie Beverly—an indelible singer-songwriter whose music has uplifted Black folks for decades—died on Sept. 10 at the age of 77. The musician, who was born Howard Stanley Beverly, spent his career making joyous anthems that have become staples at family gatherings and social events.

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His family shared the news of his death on social media but did not disclose the location or details of how he died. In honor of his legacy, here’s a list of the most memorable covers of Maze & Frankie Beverly songs.

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Joe, “Can’t Get Over You”

Joe, “Can’t Get Over You”

Joe-Can’t Get Over You

Smooth R&B crooner Joe executed an impressive cover of Maze and Frankie Beverly’s “Can’t Get Over You” from the 1989 classic album “Silky Soul.”

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Mary J. Blige, “Before I Let Go”

Mary J. Blige, “Before I Let Go”

Before I Let Go

The Queen of Hip Hop Soul paid homage to the legendary group with her own rendition of “Before I Let Go.” It was featured on the 2009 album “Silky Soul Music...An All-Star Tribute To Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly.”

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Alex Isley, “We Are One”

Alex Isley, “We Are One”

Alex Isley - We Are One (2022) R&B/Soul - Maze feat. Frankie Beverly (Juneteenth)

Ernie Isley’s daughter Alex Isley brought her savory vocals to a cover of Maze and Frankie Beverly’s 1983 song “We Are One” in honor of Juneteenth.

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Kem, “Golden Time Of Day”

Kem, “Golden Time Of Day”

Golden Time of Day - Kem featuring Frankie Beverly & Maze

Kem took a soft and smooth approach to covering Maze & Frankie Beverly’s “Golden Time Of Day.”

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Beyonce, “Before I Let Go”

Beyonce, “Before I Let Go”

Beyoncé - Before I Let Go (Video)

Queen Bey couldn’t help but cover this classic. Her version of “Before I Let Go” included a few well choreographed dance moves that immediately went viral all over social media.

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Avant, “Joy and Pain”

Avant, “Joy and Pain”

Avant Joy & Pain 2oo9

Avant’s cover of “Joy and Pain” puts a modern twist on a timeless classic.

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Musiq Soulchild, “Silky Soul”

Musiq Soulchild, “Silky Soul”

Musiq Soulchild - Silky Soul (An All-Star Tribute To Maze Ft. Frankie Beverly)

Musiq Soulchild’s take on “Silky Soul” is a refreshing breath of fresh air into the 1989 song, which is featured on the album of the same name.

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Ledisi, “Happy Feelin’s”

Ledisi, “Happy Feelin’s”

LEDISI. “Happy Feelin’s”. 2009. “An All Star Tribute to MAZE feat Framkie Beverly”.

Ledisi’s cover of Maze and Frankie Beverly’s “Happy Feelin’s” is a soulful and eclectic tribute to the esteemed group.

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Mint Condition, “Back In Stride”

Mint Condition, “Back In Stride”

Back in Stride

This R&B group melded their sultry voices together to breathe life into Maze and Frankie Beverly’s “Back In Stride.”

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