Rest In Power: Notable Black Folks Who We’ve Lost In 2025 - Page 49

48. Cavin Yarbrough,

Cavin Yarbrough, one-half of the legendary R&B duo Yarbrough & Peoples, has passed away at the age of 72 due to complications from heart disease. His wife and musical partner, Alisa Peoples, shared the heartbreaking news, calling him her “guardian angel.”

The duo, best known for their 1981 hit “Don’t Stop The Music,” left an indelible mark on the 1980s music scene. Their unique blend of soulful vocals and funky beats produced other hits like “Heartbeats” and “I Wouldn’t Lie.” Cavin and Alisa’s journey began in Dallas as childhood friends, evolving into a lifelong partnership in music and love.

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