This story was originally published on Dec. 27, 2023. Neo-soul trailblazer D’Angelo, whose music defined a generation, has died after a “prolonged and courageous battle with cancer,” according to his family. He was 51. Hip-hop DJ Premier mourned the singer on X, writing, “Such a sad loss to the passing of D’Angelo. We have so many great times. Gonna miss you so much.