Betty Davis dead: Queen of Funk and Miles Davies' ex-wife dies aged 76

express.co.uk:

“Thankful for Betty Davis, though.“The reach of her influence & sonic lineage is immense.“You've heard her, even if you think you've never heard her.

I'm glad we got her at all.”CAPJR100 added: “Very sad news about Homestead's own Betty Davis. Before Prince. Before Beyonce.“Never really appreciated as often happens to trailblazers.“If you haven't seen the documentary on her, educate yourself.”Gfro penned: “The world lost an absolute legend today.“A human being who always lived in the future.“An artist who revolutionized everything she ever touched.“Rest well, Betty Davis.Thank you for what you gave us.” (sic)Betty, née Mabry, was born on July 26, 1945 in Durham, North Carolina.Her first single, The Cellar, was titled after her favorite nightclub and produced by soul singer and songwriter Lou Courtney.She married Miles Davis in 1968, but the pair divorced 1969.Betty went on to make her solo debut with her eponymous album in 1973.The trailblazing artist was known for the sensual nature of her live performances, which were often met with boycott attempts.Betty retired from music in 1979, when she relocated back to Pittsburgh, where she lived when she was younger with her family..