Remembrances
Betty Wright, the Clean Up Woman, was one of the first nationally successful singers from my hometown of Miami, Florida. We worked closely on my Into The Light album and her musical influence on my vocal performance is woven throughout that entire album, very specifically on the song Coming out of the Dark. She was still working hard and contributing to our musical landscape and was a bright light that will forever shine.
— Gloria Estefan via Instagram
I loved being around Ms. Betty Wright. She was always so loving and giving to younger artists. Always engaged, always relevant. She will be missed.
— John Legend via Twitter
Betty Wright was one of the very best to ever do this thing called music! A beautiful spirit who will truly be missed! Sending my love and prayers to all of her family, friends and fans!
— Patti LaBelle via Facebook
Brothers and Sisters, we mourn the loss of a beautiful soul this morning in my sister and friend Betty Wright. God Bless her in Heaven. I will miss her so, as I know you all will as well.
— Chaka Khan via Instagram
Thank u for bringing me to Thankful Thursdays at your house in Florida years ago for the fellowship mentoring and prayers and blessings u shared with me I know god is pleased with your work. Tonight is the night u get to heaven’s gates. Long live Betty Wright!
— Snoop Dogg via Instagram
My friend a sweetheart of a woman [and] a beautiful soul and human being, Betty Wright. She embraced me in every part of my journey. She Loved the Lord and his people. She has transitioned to Heavenly places. This is an example of the joy she brought us.
— MC Hammer via Twitter
Betty Wright was a force to be reckoned with. She wielded her soulful power in her own music but was incredibly generous when it came to coaxing the best performances out of every one of her students and the artists she worked with, one of which, was me. There is no way that Coming Out of the Dark would have had its gospel infused force without Betty’s input. She drew every note out of my soul so that it could touch the hearts of so many people that helped me overcome one of the darkest moments of my life. I will be forever thankful for her incredible talent, her musical wisdom and the fact that I was touched by her light.
— Gloria Estefan to The Miami Herald
Thank you for being a master teacher, a friend and one of the greatest female soul singers in our industry. You were so much more than your music. We were blessed to be around royalty. I will never forget.
— Ledisi via Twitter
Rest in power to a legend, Betty Wright. Our beloved aunty, mentor, and vocal coach. She stood by me every step of the way. Taught us so much. She will be missed.
— Skip Marley via Twitter
RIP to the legend Betty Wright. Your influence and mega talent will make you immortal. Rest well, Queen!
— Viola Davis via Twitter
Some songwriters write great songs, but the best write songs that help you tell your truth. Betty Wright was one of the best. RIP Ms. Betty. Now you can say to the angels, “I know you’re not gonna sing THAT song!”
— Siedah Garrett via Twitter