R&B singer and actress Patti LaBelle also shared a tribute to Frankie Beverly on Instagram. She wrote, “I love you Frankie! Thank you for always lifting us higher! Rest in love and peace! .” LaBelle posted these words along with a video of herself showing love and appreciation for Beverly, who had attended one of her concerts.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson, a businessman and former basketball player, wrote an emotional tribute to Frankie Beverly. He said, “I can’t begin to tell you how much I loved Frankie as a true musical artist, but even more as a person. He was a gentle soul and always gave fans their money’s worth with every performance.”
Johnson shared that he used to listen to Frankie Beverly’s music before every high school game to get pumped up. He also remembered how it was a dream come true for him when Beverly performed at his birthday party in Lansing after he was drafted.
Johnson described Frankie Beverly as a major figure in the music industry whose career lasted for decades and made a lasting impact. Beverly helped create the Essence Festival of Culture and received a lifetime achievement award for his contributions.
Frankie Beverly’s music has spanned generations, with his classic hit “Before I Let Go,” released over 40 years ago, still a favorite at weddings, cookouts, and special events.
Johnson pointed out that Beyoncé’s decision to remake “Before I Let Go” shows the lasting impact of Beverly’s music. He ended his tribute by saying, “As a tribute to him, I will be playing his music all day!”