Singer Frankie Beverly has died at age 77. The legendary R&B hitmaker passed away on Tuesday, according to his family’s announcement on the official Instagram account of Frankie Beverly and Maze.

FILE - Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, right, performs during the Essence Music Festival at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Sunday, July 5, 2009. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File) (Patrick ...

Frankie Beverly, the "Before I Let Go" hitmaker with his band Maze, has died. He was 77. His death on Tuesday was announced by his family on the official Frankie Beverly and Maze Instagram and ...

Frankie Beverly, the stylish singer, songwriter and founder of the R&B/funk band Maze, whose baritone voice drove such ‘80s hits as “Back in Stride,” “Too Many Games,” “Before I Let Go” and “Can’t Get ...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Frankie Beverly, who with his band Maze inspired generations of fans with his smooth, soulful voice and lasting anthems including “Before I Let Go,” has died. He was 77. His family ...