R&B Singer Johnny Kemp Found Dead at 55

Publish date: 2024-10-03

"Just Got Paid" was on Kemp's 1987 album Secrets of Flying, which also featured the top-5 hit "Dancin' With Myself." In addition to being covered by 'N Sync on 2000's No Strings Attached, an all-star rendition of "Just Got Paid"—performed by Kemp and others—was featured on the 2007 Keith Sweat concert DVD Sweat Hotel Live.

Chris Kirkpatrick paid tribute to his group's onetime muse via Twitter, writing, "Rip Johnny Kemp. Thank you for the great music… #JustGotPaid."

"Johnny Kemp gave us a lot of joy with "Just Got Paid "a true anthem !!! He was a very humble and kind spirit. #RIPJohnnyKemp," tweeted "U Can't Touch This" rapper MC Hammer.

"Sad news about the loss of @JohnnyKempMusic today. Great memories of Johnny and a talented musician #Forever," tweeted the group 7-The Original Time.

Kemp's reported survivors include wife Deidre and two sons.

"Friday Night ,Just got paid…R.I.P. Johnny Kemp," added Deee-Lite's Lady Miss Kier.

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