R&B Singer Carl Carlton, Known for 'She's a Bad Mama Jama,' Dies at 72
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Carl Carlton, renowned for his hit songs 'She's a Bad Mama Jama' and 'Everlasting Love,' has died at age 72. He was a prominent figure in funk, soul, and R&B music, with a career spanning several decades. His most famous track, 'She's a Bad Mama Jama,' remains influential and has been widely sampled. The cause of death was not disclosed, but he suffered a stroke in 2019. Carlton's legacy continues through his music and impact on the genre.
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