Date of Birth: February 10, 1937
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Biography
Roberta Cleopatra Flack is an American singer, songwriter, and musician, renowned for her unique blend of jazz, soul, R&B, and folk music. Born on February 10, 1937, in Black Mountain, North Carolina, she grew up in Arlington, Virginia. Flack’s early exposure to music came through the church and her mother, who was a church organist. She demonstrated her musical talent early, learning to play the piano at a young age. After attending Howard University on a full music scholarship, she became one of the youngest students to ever enroll there at the age of 15. In the late 1960s, Flack began performing in Washington, D.C., nightclubs, where she was discovered by jazz musician Les McCann. This led to her signing with Atlantic Records and the release of her debut album, “First Take,” in 1969. Her breakthrough came with the hit single “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” which topped the charts in 1972 and earned her a Grammy Award for Record of the Year. Flack continued to achieve success with hits like “Killing Me Softly with His Song” and “Feel Like Makin’ Love.” Throughout her career, Roberta Flack has received numerous awards and honors, including four Grammy Awards. She is known for her emotive, rich voice and her ability to convey deep emotion through her music. Her contributions to music have made her a lasting icon in the industry.
5 Interesting Facts about Roberta Flack
1. Roberta Flack was the first artist to win the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in two consecutive years: “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” (1973) and “Killing Me Softly with His Song” (1974).
2. She was a music teacher before becoming a full-time performer and taught in Washington, D.C., public schools.
3. Flack is a classically trained pianist and was one of the youngest people ever admitted to Howard University.
4. Her song “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” was used in the Clint Eastwood film “Play Misty for Me,” which helped boost its popularity.
5. Roberta Flack collaborated with Donny Hathaway on several hit duets, including “Where Is the Love” and “The Closer I Get to You.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Roberta Flack
1. “When I write, I don’t have a particular goal or direction in mind. I just let it flow.”
2. “Music is the best means we have of digesting time.”
3. “I have been very fortunate to be able to record and perform my music.”
4. “The most important thing is to be true to yourself and those you love and work hard.”
5. “My purpose is to make people feel things – love, sadness, joy, laughter.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the height of her career, Roberta Flack’s net worth was estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Roberta Flack does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Roberta Flack Official Website](https://www.robertaflack.com
2. [Roberta Flack on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberta_Flack
3. [Roberta Flack on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/roberta-flack-mn0000838326
4. [Roberta Flack on Grammy.com](https://www.grammy.com/artists/roberta-flack/16815
5. [Roberta Flack on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0280688/
