The Velvelettes Singer Bertha Mcneal Dies At 82 -

McNeal founded The Velvelettes in 1961 alongside Mildred Gill Arbor while both were students at Western Michigan University. The group was completed by Mildred’s younger sister Carolyn (Cal) Gill, friend Betty Kelley, and Bertha's cousin Norma Barbee.

: Another massive hit produced by Norman Whitfield. The song was later famously covered by the British pop group Bananarama in 1982. The Velvelettes Singer Bertha McNeal Dies at 82

While many Motown artists pursued music full-time, the parents of The Velvelettes insisted they prioritize their schooling, earning them the nickname "The College Girls". Following a string of hits, McNeal took a step back from the group to raise her family and finish her education. McNeal founded The Velvelettes in 1961 alongside Mildred

McNeal is survived by her family, leaving a lasting legacy in both music and education. The Velvelettes Singer Bertha McNeal Dies at 82 - Pitchfork The song was later famously covered by the