Singer Lyn Collins Dies at 56

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Lyn Collins, whose funky vocals landed her a spot in James Brown's stage show and the nickname "Female Preacher," died of cardiac arrhythmia Sunday, said her son. She was 56.

― JoB (JoB), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:29 (twenty years ago)

Like a lot of people, I presume, I first learned about her from the ubiquitous "whoo-yeah" sample from the Eighties. After that, "Think (About it)" actually became a hit single. I bought a copy, it is ace. Look for Lyn Collins on the James Brown's Funky People compilations.

― JoB (JoB), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:32 (twenty years ago)

She will be missed again and again and again and again and again. Much respect.

― ianinportland (ianinportland), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:32 (twenty years ago)

Wow, only 56? Very sad. Easily an underappreciated singer.

― Hurting (Hurting), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:33 (twenty years ago)

"mama feelgood" !!!

― charleston charge (chaki), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:34 (twenty years ago)

"...and she's a lady so she don't swear"

― mark grout (mark grout), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:35 (twenty years ago)

to think where we'd be without 'Think'. 56 is far too young. sad.

― Sven Bastard (blueski), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:41 (twenty years ago)

"Yes, I *am* somebody."

― Joseph McCombs (Joseph McCombs), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 15:43 (twenty years ago)

All I know is 'Think', but that songs towers over most artist's entire output. Another sad death.

― Chewshabadoo (Chewshabadoo), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 16:05 (twenty years ago)

See James Brown's Funky People pts. 1 & 2

― supercub, Tuesday, 15 March 2005 16:16 (twenty years ago)

"Think" was my doorway into classic funk & soul from hip-hop. I seriously can't imagine my musical life without having heard that song.

We'll miss you, Ms. Collins.

― Tantrum (Tantrum The Cat), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 16:17 (twenty years ago)

James Brown Funky People is really a showcase for Miss Collins - her tracks are the standouts! She will be missed. Although I hadn't heard of her performing or anything recently.

― mcd (mcd), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 16:23 (twenty years ago)

sad. 'Think' is a top song.

― gspm (gspm), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 16:29 (twenty years ago)

James Brown's Funky Divas is also worth checking out - I just can't believe she was only 56.

― Jedmond (Jedmond), Tuesday, 15 March 2005 17:04 (twenty years ago)

Check Me Out if You Don't Know Me by Now is also a fantastic Collins album.

― ffirehorse (firehorse), Wednesday, 16 March 2005 01:02 (twenty years ago)

wow yeah way younger than I would've thought. RIP. she's given me many moments of pure joy. rock me again and again and again and again and again indeed. :(

― Shakey Mo Collier, Wednesday, 16 March 2005 01:06 (twenty years ago)

Such sad news. Who are the Lynn Collinses of today? Sharon Jones?

― Sara Sherr, Wednesday, 16 March 2005 01:13 (twenty years ago)

yikes, 56. RIP female preacher.

― Stormy Davis (diamond), Wednesday, 16 March 2005 01:19 (twenty years ago)

this is sad. 'Think' is one of the best songs ever, but she's certainly not a one hit wonder. I have a soft spot for the albums too, esp her version of 'Foggy Day'

― Robin Goad (rgoad), Wednesday, 16 March 2005 15:52 (twenty years ago)

RIP

"Think" is a classic - I just played it the other day at home!

― Dominique (dleone), Wednesday, 16 March 2005 20:05 (twenty years ago)

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