Terry Hall, Singer with The Specials, Passes Away at 63

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Legendary singer, Terry Hall, has died at age 63.

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Hall was the lead singer of The Specials, known for their politically charged lyrics.

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The band, with its mix of black and white members and Jamaican sound, symbolized multicultural Britain.

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"Too Much Too Young" and "Ghost Town" both hit No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart.

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Hall left The Specials in 1981 to form Fun Boy Three but returned and performed with the band until this year.

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His former bandmates called him "one of the most brilliant singers, songwriters, and lyricists" in the country.

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Billy Bragg described The Specials as a celebration of Caribbean immigration's impact on British culture.

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Hall was known for his expressionless delivery and the band's signature suits, hats, and shoes.

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The news of his passing was met with sadness and condolences from fans and fellow musicians.

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Rest in peace, Terry Hall.

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