Following the 51-year-old passing of American singer Jesse Powell, numerous tributes are pouring in.

American singer Jesse Powell, 51, passed away

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The Powell family said, "He loved music and his admirers who backed him. You all meant the world to him."

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Born on September 12, 1971, Jesse Powell was an R&B/soul songwriter-singer. His track "You" peaked at No. 2 R&B and No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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A fan said, "Jesse Powell is another artist who didn't get flowers here. He had an amazing voice and made some of the most beautiful melodies."

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Powell's debut album, simply titled Powell, was released by Silas Records/MCA in March of 1996. Singles "All I Need," "Gloria," and "I Like It" were featured.

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The album's centerpiece was the ballad "You," which also appeared on his sophomore record, 'Bout It.

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The album's centerpiece was the ballad "You," which also appeared on his sophomore record, 'Bout It.

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Only a day earlier before Jesse passed away on September 13, he celebrated his 51st birthday on September 12.

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Louis Silas, Jr. signed Powell after hearing him sing at an artist presentation. Jesse Powell, 'Bout It, and JP are among the singer's albums.

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