Funk and soul singer Marva Whitney, known from the James Brown Review had recently died on December 22nd in Kansas City (hometown) at the age of 68.
Marva's major hit song was called, "It's My Thing (You Can't Tell Me Who to Sock It To)" which was released back in 1969. This song was also responding to the Isley Brothers' "It's Your Thing" song.
Many artist have sampled Marva's music such as N.W.A., Public Enemy, to name a few..
UrbanMusicBuzz send their love and condolences to Marva's whole family.
UrbanMusicBuzz Team
