As the Rainbow Soul Journal remembers Rick James on the anniversary of his death (August 6, 2004), this post acknowledges the protege's of Rick James.
TEENA MARIE, born Mary Christine Brockert came onto the scene in 1979 and one of her classic songs was written by Rick James.
"Deja Vu (I've Been Here Before)" from 1979
And two years later, Rick James and Teena Marie had the legendary hit duet "Fire and Desire"
During the same time Rick and Teena had their monster hit song, Teena Marie had her classic song "Square Biz" in which you will hear a little Rick James backgound vocals.
Rick James and Teena Marie tried to recreate the magic of "Fire and Desire" with another duet called "Happy" from Rick James 1982 album "Throwing Down". It is a fan favorite despite not being a huge hit.
Then in 1983, Rick James introduced THE MARY JANE GIRLS to the world with songs he produced like "Candy Man" and "All Night Long"
"Candyman" by The Mary Jane Girls
"All Night Long" by The Mary Jane Girls (1983)
"In My House" by The Mary Jane Girls (1985)
THE Mary Jane girls only lasted a few albums and hit songs between 1983 and 1986. The sound was distinctly Rick James and stands as some of his best material. While his influence on Teena Marie was a great foundation in which her career blossomed and still blooms today.
RIP Rick James (February 1, 1948- August 6, 2004)
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