Peggy Scott-Adams, a famous singer, died on March 27 at the age of 74. She was at her home in Pensacola, Florida at the time of her death, and the cause of death has not yet been released. Marvin Sease’s official Facebook page paid tribute to Peggy, describing her as “one of the best entertainers in the industry who personally reached out to Marvin’s family when he passed away in 2011.” According to the post:
“From my family to the family of Mrs. Peggy Scott Adams, I am praying for your strength at this difficult time. The blues world has lost another legend, but Blues Heaven has gained another choir member. Be sure to hug my dad up there when you see him. A job well done!”
The tweet included a picture of Peggy’s communication, in which she expressed her astonishment at Marvin’s death. She stated:
“I am trying very hard to attend the service, but I am not sure if I will be able to do it, but please call me if I can at all.”
Peggy Scott-Adams’ blossoming music business career
Peggy Scott-Adams was born on June 25, 1948 in Pensacola, Florida and has released songs such as Lover’s Holiday, Pickin’ Wild Mountain Berries and Soulshake. In the 1960s, she worked as a cabaret singer and had several successful duets with Jo Jo Benson, including 1969’s I Want to Love You, Baby. Peggy’s first foray into the music business was brief. Despite this, she eventually returned and released her first LP, Help Yourself, in 1997. The album had ten tracks and peaked at number 72 on the US Billboard 200. Jimmy Lewis composed the soundtrack and also sang backing vocals.
The record included the song Bill, about a lady who complains that her husband loves someone else. The song and video became famous on various radio channels and were broadcast for a long time. It eventually peaked at No. 87 on the Billboard Hot 100, before crossing over to the Billboard 200, the R&B chart, and the Top Blues Albums chart.
Contagious followed in 1997, and Undisputed Queen in 1999. Live in Alabama & More, Peggy’s fourth CD, was released in 2000. She went on to produce several more CDs, including Hot and Sassy, Busting Loose and Best of Peggy Scott-Adams: 16 hits! Back to the roots, Life after Bill and God can and will.
Twitter users pay tribute
Peggy Scott-Adams has received a lot of attention for her efforts as a singer over the years. As news of her death spread, Twitter was flooded with tributes:
Peggy Scott Adams died on March 27, 2023. She was 74 years old pic.twitter.com/FiPIpfBopv
— @detroitsouthernsoul (@detroitsouther1) March 28, 2023
Peggy Scott-Adams has died. She was 74 years old.
Ms. Scott-Adams was profiled in Living Blues #136 (November/December 1997). pic.twitter.com/e09eXam0pe
— Living Blues (@LivingBlues) March 28, 2023
Peggy married Compton City Commissioner Robert L. Adams Sr. in 1988. She later became famous with albums and songs such as Help Yourself, That’s How I Do It, When I’m With You, Mr. Right or Mr. Wrong, I intend to take your place and others.
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