R&B Singer Gerald LeVert Silent At 40
A ladies’ favorite known as G-Bear, rhythm-and-blues singer Gerald Levert died today at his home in Newbury, Ohio at the age of 40. Local television reports Levert had a heart attack in his sleep.
Son of Eddie Levert, lead singer of the group the O’Jays, Gerald was influenced by artists such as Marvin Gaye and Gladys Knight. In high school he joined his brother Sean and friend Marc Gordon as the trio LeVert.
He also worked with Keith Sweat and Johnny Gill as the trio LSG.
In his 20’s Levert began writing and producing, receiving a grammy for writing Barry White’s #1 hit “Practice What You Preach,” and writing 14 more number one hits for other artists.
In 1999 Levert had a #1 R&B hit with “Baby Hold On to Me,” a duet he sang with his father Eddie. Father and son enjoyed working and touring together. Levert worked with many artists including Keith Sweat and Johnny Gill.
With ten million albums sold, five platinum, Levert was known for writing songs that expressed his respect and appreciation for women. Ladies would swoon as he threw teddy bears into the audience during his concerts .
Never married, Levert is survived by his parents, brothers and four children.
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November 11th, 2006 at 5:10 am
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