NATALIE COLE

As the daughter of two talented artists, it seemed as if Natalie Cole was destined for success. Her debut album, Inseparable, became a massive hit. This was followed by her sophomore release, Natalie, which was received with equal success. Her popularity was further fueled by the rivalry between her and Aretha Franklin. To her credit, among the different accolades she received throughout her career, perhaps the most important is being recognized as the first African-American artist to win Best New Artist at the Grammys.

Natalie shared her life experiences and ordeal through her autobiography entitled Angel on My Shoulder along with a TV movie, Livin’ for Love. Eight years after, she was diagnosed with a serious health issue. Despite doing everything to get well, Natalie passed away in 2015. She was 65 years old. The singer had left a legacy of unforgettable music that will remain forever. Nobody will forget a good talent like Natalie.