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Brenton Wood, ‘The Oogum Boogum Song’ Singer, Dies at 83

Brenton Wood, the soul singer best known for his 1967 hit "The Oogum Boogum Song," has died at the age of 83.

Wood passed away on Friday (Jan. 3), at his home in Moreno Valley, Calif., surrounded by family and friends, according to his manager and assistant, Manny Gallegos, TMZ reports. Over the years, “The Oogum Boogum Song” has reached new audiences through its inclusion in popular TV shows and movies such as The Umbrella Academy, Almost Famous and Don’t Worry Darling, among others. During these performances, the musician shared his personal and professional challenges and successes, offering a message of empowerment with an emphasis on education and a “can do” attitude to inspire youth.

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