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Natalie ColeJazz singer
Date of Birth: 06.02.1950
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Jazz to Rock: The Biography of Natalie Cole
- Collaboration with Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy
- Breakthrough and Success
- Personal Challenges and Comeback
- Resurgence and Grammy Success
- Legacy and Career Highlights
Jazz to Rock: The Biography of Natalie Cole
Early Life and Musical BeginningsNatalie Cole, the renowned jazz and rock singer, was born on February 6, 1950, in Los Angeles, California. Despite being the daughter of the famous singer Nat "King" Cole, Natalie only pursued a singing career after enrolling at the University of Massachusetts. She initially started her musical journey as a songwriter and a talented pianist.
Collaboration with Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy
In Chicago, Natalie met Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy, with whom she formed a successful trio. They blended various music styles, including R&B/soul, pop, gospel, and adult contemporary. The trio worked together at Curtis Mayfield's Curtom studios, with participation from saxophonist Gene Barge. Despite being rejected by numerous record labels, Capitol Records showed interest in their recordings. Interestingly, this label was also where Natalie's father released his albums.
Breakthrough and Success
Natalie's first major hit was "This Will Be," released on June 30, 1975. The song reached the number one spot on the R&B charts and stayed there for two weeks. It also reached the sixth position on Billboard's charts by the end of 1975. The following year, Natalie won the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal for "This Will Be" and was named the Best New Artist of the Year. She was also nominated for Best Pop Vocal.
Personal Challenges and Comeback
On July 31, 1976, Natalie married Marvin Yancy, and they welcomed their son Robert. However, their marriage ended in divorce a few years later. Natalie faced personal struggles, including drug addiction, which affected her concert schedule. In 1981, Capitol Records terminated her contract. Seeking help, Natalie entered a rehabilitation clinic in Minneapolis in 1983.
Resurgence and Grammy Success
After six years, Natalie remarried Andre Fischer, a producer who worked with her on the album "Unforgettable." The album earned Natalie six Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year. In 1987, her release "Everlasting" achieved gold status, with three hit singles reaching the top of the charts.
Legacy and Career Highlights
In 1996, Natalie released the album "Stardust," which featured a duet with her late father created through the use of electronic technology. The song, titled "When I Fall in Love," won a Grammy Award in 1997. Towards the end of 2000, Natalie's autobiography, co-written with Digdy Diehl, was published by Warner Books. She also graced the covers of Jet Magazine and People Magazine, further solidifying her status as a music icon.
Natalie Cole's remarkable career spanned multiple genres and faced personal challenges, but her talent and resilience ensured her lasting legacy in the world of music.
