Legendary funk and jazz musician Bernard Wright, whose music has been sampled by Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre and more, has died at 58.

Bernard Wright, the legendary funk, soul and jazz musician behind classic 1981 album ‘Nard has died. Classics from Wright’s catalog were heavily sampled in ’90s rap music, including “Gz and Hustlas” from 1993 debut Snoop Dogg Doggystyle and LL Cool J’s 1996 “Loungin'” remix featuring Total.

Born in Jamaica, Queens on November 16th, 1963, Wright was a child prodigy for acts like Tom Browne and Lenny White. At 17, Wright embarked into a solo career and signed to GRP Records, releasing his debut album ‘Nard in 1981. The album was acclaimed for its hits “Haboglabotribin'” and “Just Chillin’ Out.” Wright continued his streak with R&B-oriented albums Funky Beat and Mr. Wright before joining Queens-based funk group the Jamaica Boys in the late-eighties.

We are extremely sad to report the passing of keyboardist and "Who Do You Love" hitmaker Bernard Wright at age 58. What a talent! https://t.co/D4RreLYpqA pic.twitter.com/1bd6cBR7t0

— soultracks (@soultrackscom) May 20, 2022

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