The lead singer of the Temptations, Dennis Edwards, has died at the age of 74.
Edwards joined the Motown group in 1968. He sang on hits including "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone," and "I Can't Get Next To You."
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The cause of his death is not currently known.
Edwards was born in Alabama, but grew up in Detroit after his family moved to the area when he was a young child.
Edwards left the Temptations in 1984 to launch his solo career, with his first solo album hitting No. 2 on the R&B charts.
Edwards was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 as a member of the group.
We lost another legend today. Dennis Edwards, former lead singer of the Temptations, will surely be missed. Sending condolences & prayers to Dennis’ family & friends. #RIP pic.twitter.com/p5XFTmWArC
— Judge Greg Mathis (@JudgeGregMathis) February 2, 2018
