Mable John Cause of Death Mysterious: Motown's 1st Solo Artist Dead at 91

Mable John, Motown Records' first female solo artist, died at the age of 91, multiple news outlets confirmed.

Detroit News first received a statement regarding John's passing, saying that the Stax singer passed away on Thursday at her Los Angeles home.

Her nephew, Kevin John, expressed to the news outlet how much the family loved the "kind" singer. He, however, did not disclose any details about Mable John's cause of death.

It also remains unknown whether she suffered any health-related issues.

Following the emergence of the news, chairwoman and CEO of Motown Museum, Robin Terry, penned a statement and shared it on Twitter.

"A truly unique talent, Mable was an instrumental figure in Berry Gordy's early career, assisting him with his day-to-day work as a budding songwriter and music producer," Terry said. "Receiving coaching as one of Berry's first artists, she became the first solo female artist signed to the Tamia label."

Terry also acknowledged her hard work and creativity that reportedly helped the company become "an international sensation."

Fans, friends, and colleagues also paid tribute to her and remembered her works in the industry.

Mable John's Career

The Louisiana native's family moved to Detroit in the 1940s, leading her to land a job at the Friendship Mutual Insurance Company. John worked with Susan Whithall as the latter served as her vocal coach, manager, and record producer.

From there, she became the first solo female artist to join Tamla Records in 1958 before it was renamed Motown.

Under the company, John recorded and released several hit songs including "Who Wouldn't Love A Man Like That," "No Love," "Take Me," and "Actions Speak Louder Than Words," among others.

She eventually left the company and joined Stax Records. The Memphis-based company witnessed John's collaborations with Isaac Hayes and David Porter.

John's song, "Your Good Thing (Is About To End)," managed to be on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs' sixth sport and Billboard Hot 100's 95^th place.

After working with companies, she became a musical director and worked in Ray Charles' Raelettes backing band.

She then left the music industry to become a minister and actress. John famously founded the Joy Community Outreach in Los Angeles and made her acting debut in "Honeydripper."