Carl Carlton, the legendary soul and funk artist best known for his chart-topping anthem “She’s a Bad Mama Jama (She Built, She Built)”, has died at the age of 72.
The news of Carlton’s death was confirmed by his son, Carlton Hudgens II, who shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook alongside a vintage photo of his father.
In the post, he reflected on the singer’s life journey, writing that his father fought a long, difficult battle and will be deeply missed.
While an official cause of death has not been made public, Carlton had experienced serious health challenges in recent years.
The singer suffered a stroke in 2019, an event that significantly impacted his health and kept him largely out of the public eye.
Carlton rose to fame in the early 1980s, cementing his place in music history with “Bad Mama Jama,” a funk classic that became a cultural staple and remains heavily sampled and celebrated decades later.
His influence stretched across R&B, funk, and pop, inspiring generations of artists and fans alike.
Tributes from fans and fellow musicians have begun pouring in, honoring Carlton’s lasting legacy and the timeless groove that made his music unforgettable.
