Barry Eugene White (born September 12, 1944 – died July 4, 2003) was an American soul singer and songwriter. White was known for his rich bass voice. He won two Grammy Awards.

White was African American. He was born in Galveston, Texas and grew up in Los Angeles, California.

Barry White

He died on July 4, 2003 of kidney failure and was cremated. His ashes were scattered by the California coast.

Barry White

Albums

Barry White released 19 studio albums during his career:

Barry White

References

1944 births

2003 deaths

African-American singers

American R&B singers

Singer-songwriters from California

American soul musicians

Deaths from renal failure

Disease-related deaths in Los Angeles

Grammy Award winners

People from Galveston, Texas

American soul singers

Singers from Los Angeles

Singers from Texas