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Aufwiedersehen, Teddy Pendergrass
Written by info on March 14th, 2010 in General.
R&B singer Teddy Pendergrass dead at 59
Sadly it came as no surprise, but soul and R&B lovers everywhere still mourn the loss of legendary Philadelphia singer Teddy Pendergrass. He died in a hometown hospital after a long battle with illness. Pendergrass was 59 years old. Rest in Peace, Teddy, and heartfelt condolences to his family.
Famous for songs like “Turn off the Lights” and “Love TKO”
Not only that, but from 1994-1999, NCAA men’s basketball fans know him as the singer of the championship song “One Shining Moment.” According to CNN, the details on Teddy Pendergrass’ illness haven’t been revealed. They have only said that it was “related to complications from a 1982 car accident.” He was paralyzed, as a result of the accident, and was confined to a wheelchair.
His publicist said, “His beloved family surrounded him. The world has lost a great voice and performer.” Pendergrass is survived by three children, as well as extended family.
From Cadillacs to Blue Notes to Solo Greatness
Teddy Pendergrass began his music career with the Cadillacs in the late 1960s. The group would later merge with Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes. Pendergrass started his career as a drummer, but his voice was so good that he couldn’t be contained behind a kit for long. Songs such as “If You Don’t Know Me By Now,” a Number One hit, gave him the momentum to begin a solo career. Numerous nominations for a Grammy, Billboard, and American Music Award wins came soon after. After the tragic car accident in 1982, Pendergrass was back in the studio only two years later recording a new album. Just before his death, he was creating a musical about his life called “I Am Who I Am.”
As a tribute, make “One Shining Moment” his
I’m sure there may be some contractual obligations at work here, but I think it would be a nice gesture on the part of CBS NCAA Basketball coverage if they made the Teddy Pendergrass version of “One Shining Moment” the permanent rendition played after the NCAA Men’s Championship game. Greg Gumbel would probably have no objections. If he’s still due some money, buy him out by all means. If it puts you back, you could try using payday loans.
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