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Carl Carlton, funk singer behind ‘She’s a Bad Mama Jama,’ dies at 72

Carlton is best known for his 1981 single, a grooving ode to the female form that's enjoyed a long life in popular culture.

Carl Carlton, ‘She’s a Bad Mama Jama’ Singer, Dead at 72

Carl Carlton, who sang the hits 'She's a Bad Mama Jama (She’s Built, She’s Stacked)' and 'Everlasting Love,' has died at age 72.
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Legendary funk, R&B singer dead at 72: ‘The soundtrack of so many memories’

In 1974, Carlton hit the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Everlasting Love,” a cover of Robert Knight’s R&B song.

Carl Carlton, funk legend and 'She's a Bad Mamma Jama' singer, dies at 72

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9 Carl Carlton songs that still resonate after his passing

Finish story here; 9 Carl Carlton Songs That Still Resonate After His Passing.