"Legendary 'California Soul' Singer Marlena Shaw Passes Away at 81"
TL;DR
Marlena Shaw, the renowned jazz and R&B singer best known for her hit "California Soul," has passed away at the age of 81. Her daughter confirmed the news on Facebook, but the cause of death was not disclosed. Shaw's music, including "California Soul," has had a lasting impact on hip hop and popular culture, and she also had other hits such as "Feel Like Making Love" and "Loving You Was Like A Party."
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