Gold In The Streets: The Rise and Fall of Womack & Womack
Womack & Womack were a brother-sister duo who achieved great success in the 1980s with their blend of soul, funk, and R&B. Their biggest hit was the song "Teardrops," which reached number one in both the US and the UK. However, the duo's career was plagued by personal and financial problems, and they eventually broke up in the early 1990s.
Womack & Womack were born in Cleveland, Ohio, in the early 1950s. Their father was a minister, and their mother was a singer. The siblings began singing together at a young age, and they eventually formed a band called Womack & Womack.
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In the early 1980s, Womack & Womack signed with Elektra Records. Their debut album, "Womack & Womack," was released in 1984 and was a critical and commercial success. The album spawned the hit singles "Teardrops" and "Love Wars."
Womack & Womack's follow-up album, "Conscience," was released in 1988. The album was not as successful as their debut, but it did spawn the hit single "Give Me Your Love."
In the late 1980s, Womack & Womack's career began to decline. They were plagued by personal and financial problems, and they eventually broke up in the early 1990s.
Womack & Womack were a talented duo who had a brief but successful career. Their music was a unique blend of soul, funk, and R&B, and it inspired many other artists. Despite their personal and financial problems, Womack & Womack's music continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world.
Personal Problems
Womack & Womack's personal problems began in the early 1980s. Cecil Womack, the older brother, began to abuse drugs and alcohol. His addiction led to a number of problems, including financial difficulties and legal problems.
Linda Womack, the younger sister, also struggled with personal problems. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and she also had a number of relationships with abusive men.
The siblings' personal problems took a toll on their relationship. They began to argue more and more, and they eventually stopped speaking to each other for a period of time.
Financial Problems
Womack & Womack's financial problems began in the late 1980s. The duo spent a lot of money on drugs, alcohol, and other personal expenses. They also made a number of poor investments, which led to further financial losses.
In the early 1990s, Womack & Womack were forced to file for bankruptcy. The bankruptcy filing led to the breakup of the duo.
Breakup
Womack & Womack broke up in the early 1990s. The breakup was caused by a number of factors, including personal problems, financial problems, and creative differences.
After the breakup, Cecil Womack continued to release music as a solo artist. He died in 2018 at the age of 65.
Linda Womack also continued to release music as a solo artist. She died in 2021 at the age of 67.
Legacy
Womack & Womack were a talented duo who had a brief but successful career. Their music was a unique blend of soul, funk, and R&B, and it inspired many other artists. Despite their personal and financial problems, Womack & Womack's music continues to be enjoyed by fans around the world.
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Language | : | English |
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Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 72 pages |
Paperback | : | 156 pages |
Item Weight | : | 13 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 8.27 x 0.36 x 11.02 inches |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 39378 KB |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Print length | : | 72 pages |
Paperback | : | 156 pages |
Item Weight | : | 13 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 8.27 x 0.36 x 11.02 inches |