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Leon Ware

American recording artist, songwriter and composer (1940-2017) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 77

Leon Ware was an American songwriter, producer, composer, and singer renowned for his innovative and prolific compositions, particularly of R&B and soul music.

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He often worked behind the scenes, where he wrote and produced hits for other artists including Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Maxwell, Minnie Riperton and Marvin Gaye, co-producing the latter's seminal album I Want You.

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United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1940 to 2017 · aged 77

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