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Soul Legend Brenton Wood Dies at 83, Leaves Legacy

1/6/2025

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Soul legend Brenton Wood, famed for his infectious hit "The Oogum Boogum Song," has left us at the age of 83. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 3 in Moreno Valley, California. In a heartfelt farewell, Wood's last words to fans were, "Catch you on the rebound," a nod to his enduring spirit and legacy.

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Soul legend Brenton Wood, famed for his infectious hit "The Oogum Boogum Song," has left us at the age of 83. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 3 in Moreno Valley, California. In a heartfelt farewell, Wood's last words to fans were, "Catch you on the rebound," a nod to his enduring spirit and legacy.