Legendary R&B singer Freddie Jackson died on Monday, his family announced Tuesday on Instagram. He was 70.

“It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson, who went home to rest last night,” they captioned the post.

“Freddie was more than a legendary voice. He was a kind, generous soul who loved his fans, his family, his friends, and his music with everything he had,” they added.

Freddie Jackson (seen performing in 2023) died on Monday. He was 70. Getty ImagesThe “You Are My Lady” singer’s family announced the tragic news on Instagram Tuesday. mrfreddiejackson/Instagram

“For decades he gave us the songs that became the soundtrack to our love stories, our celebrations, and our most treasured memories. That gift will live on forever.”

Jackson’s family thanked all of his fans who ever “sang along, danced, or felt something when Freddie took the stage.”

“You were family to him, and he carried your love with him always,” they wrote.

“Freddie was more than a legendary voice. He was a kind, generous soul who loved his fans, his family, his friends, and his music with everything he had,” they wrote. (Pictured: Jackson at the MLK Unity Parade in January.) Getty ImagesJackson’s family thanked all of his fans who ever “sang along, danced, or felt something when Freddie took the stage.” (Pictured: Jackson at Club USA in 1993.) WireImage

“Please keep his family, friends, and loved ones in your prayers during this difficult time. Details regarding arrangements and how to honor his legacy will be shared in the coming days,” Jackson’s family added.

“Rest in peace, Freddie. Your legacy and your voice will live on forever. 🙏🏾❤️.”

A cause of death has not yet been released.

Jackson (seen performing in 2023) started his musical career training as a gospel singer. Getty ImagesAfter Jackson (seen performing in 1992) moved to the West Coast in the ’70s, he joined the band Mystic Merlin. Getty Images

Jackson was born in Harlem, New York, on Oct. 2, 1956. From an early age, he was trained as a gospel singer and often sang at the White Rock Baptist Church of Harlem.

During the ’70s, the “Rock Me Tonight” crooner moved to the West Coast and became the lead singer of the Mystic Merlin band.

Though the group released three studio albums between 1980 and 1982, Jackson soon returned to New York to work with record producer Paul Laurence.

He then went solo and signed a deal with Capitol Records. (Pictured: Jackson at the 2019 Black Music Honors.) WireImageHe was nominated for two Grammys throughout his career. (Pictured: Jackson performing at Jazz in The Gardens in 2015.) Aaron Davidson

In 1984, Jackson scored a record deal with Capitol Records. The following year, he released his debut album, “Rock Me Tonight,” which spent six weeks atop the R&B chart and went platinum.

The single “You Are My Lady” topped the R&B charts and peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Jackson’s “He’ll Never Love You (Like I Do)” and “Love Is Just a Touch Away” also made it to the R&B Top 10.

In 1986, Jackson earned Grammy nominations for best new artist and best male R&B vocal performance for “You Are My Lady.”

Jackson (seen above in a black-and-white photo in 1975) released his final studio album in 2023. Getty ImagesThe singer (seen above with Meli’sa Morgan at the Grammys in 1986) never married and did not have any children. Getty Images

That same year, Jackson released his sophomore album, “Just Like the First Time,” which went platinum and featured chart-toppers “Tasty Love,” “Have You Ever Loved Somebody” and “Jam Tonight.”

After releasing three more studio albums with Capitol Records, Jackson parted ways with the company in 1993 and joined RCA for two years before going independent.

Jackson released his final studio album, “My First Love,” in 2023.

The “Have You Ever Loved Somebody” singer never married and did not have any children.