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Tributes have flowed in for Charles Bradley, the soul singer whose robust voice and defiantly upbeat outlook won him stardom in his final years after a life of poverty, after died from cancer yesterday.

The 68-year-old “Screaming Eagle of Soul,” died in Brooklyn on Saturday, a statement by his publicist, said.

It is understood that Bradley was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2016, which spread to his liver.

Earlier this month, while announcing the cancellation of tour dates in the US, South America and Europe, he had said that though he had beaten that illness, the cancer had spread to his liver.

“I love all of you out there that made my dreams come true,” he said in a statement then. “When I come back, I’ll come back strong, with God’s love. With God’s will, I’ll be back soon.”

However, on Saturday a statement posted to social media said:

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Charles Bradley. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

Bradley, known for a powerful and pained rasp that he used to channel both his demons and deep gratitude, released his debut album `No Time For Dreaming’, at 62.

The album was named Rolling Stone Magazine’s top 50 albums of 2011. His next album, “Victim of Love,” was released two years later, followed earlier this year by his third and last album, “Changes.”

A documentary on his life, “Charles Bradley: Soul of America,” followed his journey and rise to fame.

He openly shared his idolization of the legendary James Brown after first seeing Brown perform in 1962 and became a totemic artist for the Daptone label, best known for its revivalist ’60s soul.

“Charles was truly grateful for all the love he’s received from his fans and we hope his message of love is remembered and carried on,” a statement from Daptone read.

“Thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

Tributes have flowed in for the talented musician.

Daptone record label co-founder Gabriel Roth, who discovered Bradley, said in a statement yesterday:

“The world lost a ton of heart today. Charles was somehow one of the meekest and strongest people I’ve ever known. His pain was a cry for universal love and humanity.

“His soulful moans and screams will echo forever on records and in the ears and hearts of those who were fortunate enough to share time with him.”

The Afghan Whigs frontman Greg Dulli wrote: “Goodnight, Charles Bradley. You sang from beyond and gave the best hugs.”

The Canadian jazz quartet Badbadnotgood said: “We shall forever remember the amazing shows we played together and the moments that the ‘Screaming Eagle of Soul’ through his power and spirit made us cry. Rest In Peace to a true hero CB.”

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