![]() The authoritative record of NPR’s programming is the audio record. This text may not be in its final form and may be updated or revised in the future. ![]() NPR transcripts are created on a rush deadline by an NPR contractor. The son of O'Jays founder Eddie LeVert, R&B vocalist Gerald LeVert launched his own recording career in the mid-'80s as the leader of the group LeVert. Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at for further information. I could fly higher than an eagle.ĬHIDEYA: You're listening to NEWS & NOTES from NPR News.Ĭopyright © 2006 NPR. The following year, Gerald came back with a duet with his father and scored another number one single with 'Baby Hold on to Me' and the number three single 'School Me,' reminiscent of. Listen to The Best of Gerald Levert, a playlist curated by Gerald Levert on desktop and mobile. The title track spawned his first number one single as a solo artist on the Billboard R&B charts. LEVERT: (Singing) Did you ever know that you're my hero? You're everything I would like to be. In 1991, Gerald released his solo debut album, Private Line. The official video of 'In My Songs' by Gerald Levert from the album 'In My Songs'.Subscribe for more official content from Atlantic Records:https://Atlantic. Plus, Kelly Rowland sings gospel and hints at the future or Destiny's Child. LEVERT: (Singing) I know you know the truth about love.ĬHIDEYA: Next on NEWS & NOTES, a biography of Colin Powell reveals what happened in a buildup to the Iraq war. LEVERT: (Singing) But Daddy, Daddy, Daddy, I've got it all here in my heart.ĬHIDEYA: Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and producer Gerald Levert will be missed. (Soundbite of song "Wind Beneath My Wings") One of their hits was a remake of the classic Wind Beneath My Wings. GERALD LEVERT (Singer): (Singing) And I'd give anything and everything to fall in love just this one time.ĬHIDEYA: Later, Gerald Levert toured and recorded with his father Eddie. (Soundbite of song "I'd Give Anything to Fall In Love") His chart toppers included My Forever Love and I'd Give Anything to Fall In Love. Me and Romeo ain't never been friends.ĬHIDEYA: With his growling baritone and strong stage presence, Gerald Levert went solo in 1991. LEVERT (Musical Group): (Singing) I ain't much on Casanova. The trio broke on to the music scene in the late 1980 with hits like Casanova. He formed the musical group LeVert with his younger brother Sean and friend Marc Gordon. Four of their albumsThe Big Throwdown (1987), Just Coolin' (1988), Rope a Dope Style (1990) and For Real Tho (1993)all achieved Gold status. The son of O'Jays legend Eddie Levert, Gerald started his musical career early. He died in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, Friday. Listen to unlimited streaming or download Do I Speak for the World by Gerald Levert in Hi-Res quality on Qobuz. ![]() for the world outside of the United States.And now some sad news: The voice of R&B crooner Gerald Levert has been forever silenced. for the United States and WEA International Inc. All rights reserved ℗ 2003 Elektra Entertainment Group Inc. Died: 10 November 2006 autopsy report concluded accidental overdose of prescription narcotics and over-the-counter drugs and pneumonia Newbury, Ohio. ![]() for the world outside of the United States. Born: 13 July 1966 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A. Michael McCoy, RecordingEngineer - Gerald Levert, Producer, Backing Vocals, Lead Vocals, MainArtist, VocalArranger, ExecutiveProducer - Karen Karlsrud, Violin - Crystal Garner, Viola - Burt Bacharach, Writer - Hal David, Writer - TAMIA, Vocals, FeaturedArtist - Regis Iandiorio, Violin, Concertmaster - Edwin "Tony" Nicholas, Producer, Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Drum Programming, Sequencer Programmer, RecordingEngineer - Pete Tokar, MixingEngineer, RecordingEngineer - Ashley Horne, Violin - Sue Pray, Viola, Violin - Paul Woodiel, Violin - Dunn Pearson, Conductor, String Arranger - Alicia Edelberg, Violin - Andy Schaw, Violin - Belinda Whitney, Violin - Conway Kuo, Violin - Debbie Wong, Violin - Eugene Moye, Cello - Gregg Swan, Guitar - Ivan Walker, RecordingEngineer - Jim Burnham, Violin - Karen Rostron, Violin - Louis Martin, Viola - Peter Krysa, Violin - Sandy Strenger, Violin - Tristan Leral, AssistantEngineer - Yong Tae Kim, Violin - Butch Jones, Engineer - Gene Bianco, Contractor - Luz Vasquez, Assistant Recording Engineer - Richard Clark, Viola - Tim Baker, Violin - Mike Fossenkemper, MasteringEngineer - Bruce Wang, Cello
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