Roberta Flack

Roberta Flack was an American singer and pianist known for her ballads that blended R&B, jazz, folk, and pop. Born on February 10, 1937, in Black Mountain, North Carolina, she passed away on February 24, 2025, in New York City. Her most notable songs include "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" (1972) and "Killing Me Softly with His Song" (1973), both earning her consecutive Grammy Awards for Record of the Year. She frequently collaborated with Donny Hathaway on hits like "Where Is the Love" (1972) and "The Closer I Get to You" (1977). Flack was recognized for her unique style that influenced the "quiet storm" genre. Throughout her career, she won five Grammy Awards and received a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020. The products available from the artist Roberta Flack include vinyls, CDs.