Tammi Terrell | Vibepedia

Tammi Terrell was an American soul singer, best known for her duets with Marvin Gaye, including 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' and 'Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing'. Born on April 29, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Terrell began her music career at a young age, signing with Scepter Records in 1960. She later joined Motown Records, where she formed a successful partnership with Marvin Gaye, releasing several hit singles and albums. Terrell's life was cut short when she died on March 16, 1970, at the age of 24, due to complications from a brain tumor. Despite her short career, Terrell's legacy as a soul singer has endured, with her music remaining popular to this day. With a Vibe score of 85, Terrell's influence can be seen in many later soul and R&B artists, including Diana Ross and Anita Baker.