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Janet Bradford Hobbs, Motown songwriter, passes at 87
Janie Bradford Hobbs, an influential early Motown songwriter known for co-writing hits like “Money (That’s What I Want)” and “Too Busy Thinking About My Baby,” has died at age 87 in Los Angeles after a prolonged illness. She was a key figure in Motown’s development, working closely with Berry Gordy and contributing to the success of artists such as Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, and Marvin Gaye. Bradford Hobbs also led writer relations at Motown’s publishing arm and founded the Heroes and Legends Awards, which honored music stars and awarded scholarships.
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