Angie Stone, Neo-Soul Pioneer, Dies at 63 in Tragic Car Accident

Montgomery, Alabama – Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, a pioneering figure in the neo-soul movement and hip-hop, tragically passed away on March 1, 2025, at the age of 63.

The accident occurred when the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van she was traveling in overturned on Interstate 65 and was struck by a truck. Stone was pronounced dead at the scene.

Angie Stone began her music career in the late 1970s as a member of the all-female hip-hop group The Sequence, known for their groundbreaking single Funk You Up.

She later joined the R&B collective Vertical Hold before launching a successful solo career. Her solo work, particularly albums like Mahogany Soul and The Art of Love & War, solidified her position as a leading voice in neo-soul.

Stone’s music resonated across generations, with hits like No More Rain (In This Cloud) and Wish I Didn’t Miss You.

Her contributions to R&B and hip-hop have been celebrated by fans and fellow artists alike, including MC Hammer and Jennifer Hudson, who expressed their shock and sadness over her sudden passing.

The music industry and fans worldwide are mourning the loss of Angie Stone. Tributes have poured in from notable figures such as Jamie Foxx and the Rev.

Bernice King, highlighting her impact on music and her community. The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) also paid tribute, observing a moment of silence at a basketball game where Stone was scheduled to perform.

The Alabama Highway Patrol is investigating the accident, which occurred about five miles south of Montgomery.

Stone’s children, Diamond Stone and Michael Archer, expressed their heartbreak in a statement, saying, Our mother is and will forever remain our everything.

Cause of Death: Angie Stone died in a car accident on Interstate 65 in Montgomery, Alabama.

Career Highlights: Pioneering member of The Sequence and a leading figure in neo-soul with hits like No More Rain and Wish I Didn’t Miss You.

Tributes: Received condolences from MC Hammer, Jennifer Hudson, and other notable figures.

Family Statement: Her children expressed disbelief and heartbreak over her sudden passing.