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Songwriters Hall of Famer Barrett Strong died in Detroit this week.
News of Strongs death was confirmed by Berry Gordy Jr. toBillboard.
Strong wrote many hits for Gordy but left Motown in the 70s.
Strong grew up in Detroit, singing in a gospel group with his sisters.
Jackie Wilson introduced him to Gordy, who assigned him some singles to perform.
One of the first was Money, which was a top 50 hit and went to No.
2 on the R&B charts.
Strong transitioned to writing songs for Motown, a change he welcomed.
I never felt comfortable with myself as a recording artist, Strong said.
I had to work to support my family.
Im not looking for the spotlight and all the glamour and stuff like that.
I just like to work in my studio and see what we can come up with.
