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Excellent Article (Reply to this comment)
by sfoster79
I liked Intro's debut album (well, I liked 3 of the songs on it... the rest was that putrid mid-90's r&b/dance stuff), and I remember reading about Kenny... it's a very sad story... thanks for giving the Epinions community the information.
Peace,
Sam
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Oct 13 '02
7:58 pm PDT
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"Kenny Greene does still Live. (Reply to this comment)
by aids95
Dear Writers,
Your facts are somewhat right but you are missing
some very important facts. We are celebrating "kenny Greene's" life in New York on
Oct. 14th. When he died he was around people that
loved him and made sure that his journey leaving this earth was a peaceful one. His Manager
"Jeff Christie",good friend and care taker"Maria Davis" & family was with him. The must important
thing is God new his talents. "AIDS 95"
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Oct 14 '02
6:21 am PDT
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Great piece... (Reply to this comment)
by fumbduck
I can't say I knew anything about Intro, except that I had heard the name Kenny Greene somewhere before - but now I do. Uh, is emotional the right word here? I think not, but it'll have to do.
Kevin :-)
And I am hearing everything you say in your current profile.
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Oct 15 '02
2:18 pm PDT
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Kenny Greene of Intro (Reply to this comment)
by choklitgirl
I can't believe more people haven't heard of this man!!!!!!!I love Intro!!!!!!!I just wish they had time to complete the third album before his death.I have their first two cd's.I love them both.I didn't know exactly when he died.Now that I do, I can give him a musical tribute on that day.I can't believe BET did nothing to acknowledge his death. They played the group's videos when they were on top, but when Kenny passed, they didn't even present a special. No archives, news segments, nothing.I didn't appreciate it at all."Ribbon In The Sky", "We've Got A Love Thang" are just a few of their big hits.When we lost Kenny, we lost a very talented man.We still mourn for him.
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Dec 17 '02
9:10 am PST
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Re: Kenny Greene of Intro (Reply to this comment)
by njackson30
I know that this is an extremely late posting concerning the death of this brilliant individual. I was recently reminiscing some of the songs from back in the day. And I just decided to look for INTRO's song "Let Me Be The One". That is how I found out. I am incredibly saddened and although its been almost 2 years I guess that I can grieve myself. I loved the first album by INTRO. Kenny had an incredible voice. I just pray that he found his home with God. I am also very hurt that BET did not acknowledge his passing, nor did they give tribute. In my opinion, this guy was just as talented as Aaliyah and Lisa "Lefteye" Lopez. I do hope that one day the other members..Jeff and Buddy will release a album #3. INTRO FOR LIFE!!!!!!
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Apr 01 '03
9:48 pm PST
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Still thinking about the revelance of Kenny Greene's life and death (Reply to this comment)
by amlikehim
I met Kenny in 1997 in Church in Mobile Alabama at Living Word Christian Center. Kenny was also a giver and he had a relationship with God. Kenny helped and became a key part of our group called "CONSUMED" who went to a Youth Bootcamp program every Friday to minister in song and Word to troubled teens to keep them from going to prison. We co-wrote many songs with Kenny and spent many hours and days creating music, and was the feature group during a Nicki Cruise Crusade in Alabama. In November of 2001 while in the hospital, I visited Kenny and he told me what the doctors diagnosed. During this time he told me to take what we've done and to go forward and then he prayed for me. These songs I can tell you are of the best work done by Kenny, and reveals the real Kenny Greene that many didn't know. Kenny Greene had a spirit of excellence and he kept the faith that he would recover. Before he became unresponsive in a Nursing Home in NY, he would always tell me tell everyone that he loved them before hanging up. The only thing I can't understand is why the industry whom he contributed so much stood far from him during this time. Days ahead, the works of Kenny Greene shall come to life again and have an impact on those who will come to know The real Kenny Greene. Listen to what he's created and it will speak volumes about his talent, but to have known Kenny as a real brother is the greates gift. Live on my Brother,
Peace....,
QUAKE
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Apr 17 '03
12:52 pm PDT
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Kenny Greene: My Brother, not Forgotten (Reply to this comment)
by amgriffith
I think your article was great. You are right. Kenny was a talented force to be reckoned with. The artistic music community has lost a great man of vision and heart.
Kenny was my brother. He called me his 'little sister' as we sung in and around North Carolina for years, before Intro was formed. When Kenny, Buddy and Jeff toured as INTRO, I was always introduced as "G's lil sister!". I miss the guys, and I really miss my lil brother.
My children still miss their 'uncle Kenny' as we celebrate his life, and death, as a family.
His works will never be forgotten or 'put away on a shelf'. I still have some original stuff Kenny wrote while at Fort Bragg North Carolina. It's my private stash of music that I can enjoy and listen to whenever I feel his spirit around me.
The music industry has not scratched the surface of the contributions Kenny's words and music has contributed to the industry. But for the fans of INTRO, and the family of Kenny, we know that his life and legacy will live on forever and forever.
INTRO means Innovative New Talent Reaching Others... Because of articles like this one, his Talented reach will go on and on and on..
Thank you for your kind words and spotlight on a very much relevant subject.
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May 05 '03
2:59 pm PDT
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Re: Kenny Greene: My Brother, not Forgotten (Reply to this comment)
by njackson30
I am devastated that I am just learning of Kenny's death almost 2 years later. Since hearing about this I guess that I can say that I am still grieving. Although I did not know Kenny personally, his music still lives on everytime I play songs like "Let Me Be The One" and "Ribbon In The Sky". I must say that I am very disappointed in BET and some of the other networks for not informing the fans of Kenny's death unlike Aaliyah and Lisa Lopez and recently the late singer of the group H-town. But I can say that Kenny Greene will be missed and I am glad to know that he knew the Lord. Therefore, one day, we will sing with Kenny again.
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May 14 '03
2:41 pm PDT
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I will always remember (Reply to this comment)
by veebaby
When I read the S2S interview,and discovered Kenny's death, I was shocked. The industry really let me down for not recognizing him as the phenomenal artist that he was. I always remember the essence snippet he had where he described his type of woman. His voice always plays in my mind, I thought he was beautiful, his voice so rich,when I saw Intro @ constitution hall in 95, they blew me away. I always play that version of ribbon in the sky. My uncle used to tell me that he knew "those cats" before they started, when they were at Ft.Bragg. It is disheartening how shady the industry is. In my opinion, what one does sexually, as long as it does not harm others, or whom they love, is between them and God. Society has become too nosey and judgemental. We all live in some sort of glass house and should stop throwing stones. Because when we do, we we don't get to realize the inner beauty that most people possess. To the family of Kenny Greene, many blessings, be comforted in the fact that your loved one is in a better place where he can receive love abundantly no matter what. His spirit lives on to those of us who were blessed to have ever been in the presence of such a beautiful spirit.
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May 27 '03
10:24 pm PDT
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It Was a Shock to Me (Reply to this comment)
by mrs_mrosha
My brother called me today and told me about Kenny Greene's death. I hadn't heard or seen anything about him dying. He was a great artist and I loved Intro's music. It might be a good thing that his death was not really publicized because the focus would have been on his lifestyle rather than his music.
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Jun 18 '03
8:19 pm PDT
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Still thinking about the relevance of KennyGreene's Life and death (Reply to this comment)
by carloslb
I loved Intro. Kenny was my favorite! His voice was so strong and powerful and could be soft and and warm at the same time he was a real artist and one that I miss a great deal. I know that Kenny and Intro had a lot fans who miss them too he was not giving his props by BET or urban radio for that matter and that is a down right shame we all should call our local radio stations and request Intro's songs and let them know we miss him!
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Aug 30 '03
9:20 pm PDT
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Kenny Grrene--Thanks for sharing the truth (Reply to this comment)
by maest35
I just want to thank you for enlightening us on the truth behind Kenny Greene's death. I think that it is sad that black men feel bound by this Tarzan-Jane complex of heterosexuality. We as individuals owe it to ourselves and our community to truly learn to accept people for who they are.
Kenny Greene was an amazingly talented musician and producer that I adored in my teens. Although I was a bit young to truly understand the depth behind the lyrics, I am proud to know this beautiful and talented black man has gone on to rest his soul with the ancestors.
This article shook me to the core and has showed me how devasting HIV/AIDS has been and continues to be to the African-American community. We all--straight, gay, or bisexual--should go out and get tested in memory of Kenny Greene and our ancestors and for the future of ourselves and our children. We must stop the senseless deaths of millions of talented black Americans. And we should all light a candle in memory of that soulful black man trapped between the will of American society and his own bisexuality.
Ashe, brother!
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Oct 06 '03
12:35 pm PDT
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Kenny Greene (Reply to this comment)
by tanee78
I know that I am mad late on replying, but I just thought about searching for some info on him. It's nice to read the comments of people who knew Kenny and how he knew the Lord and how he was a giving person! It warms my heart to know that one day I will see him again and tell him how his music effected me.
It was a shock to me to read that he was struggling with AIDS and led a life that was a total surprise to me, because of the lyrics he wrote.
But, I wish I had a chance to meet him. I'd still buy his music if he was still alive and making music.
I would like to hear some of his unreleased stuff. I like INTRO's first CD because of the songs "Love Thang" and "Let Me Be". After I heard those two songs on the radio, I had to get it. I think I know every "riff and run" that he did on that CD and can kinda imitate it too...LOL
Kenny always sounded to me like he grew up in church sangin'! He has that strong gospel sounding voice. It was no shock to me that he said he wanted to do a gospel album before he died. I would've ran to the store to get it!
I also have "New Life" and I didn't even know it was out...I think I got it a year or so later because It wasn't promoted very well.
I was also surprised to know that he and (Dave "Jam" Hall, Where's he at?) wrote and produced songs for others. Mary J and even Soul For Real's hit "Candy Rain!" (which is my jam!)If I was an artist, they'd be on my list to record with!
I wish Kenny was able to reach his potential and I agree, he probably could've been bigger than R. Kelly!
It's sad that he didn't get recognized like he should've...but that's how the crappy music business is!
Kenny definitely will be missed!!!!He sangin' up there in heaven!!!
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Jan 03 '04
1:51 pm PST
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i must have been sleeping... (Reply to this comment)
by mattsoul
I didn't know Kenny had passed when I read this article. I feel duped by the media; that almost three years later, I'm just now finding out about his passing. I knew of his battle with AIDS but didn't really take time to search the media for information on Kenny until now. I've heard about the "controversy" on the revelation of his sexuality, but frankly, I overlooked that issue. For me, I've respected the cat since day one for his published contribution to Mary's "411" album. He has musically influenced me in an unpronounced, but deeply profound way. Working in the industry as a musician/writer/producer, I still catch myself from time to time mentally saying "...now how would have Kenny done that".
In light of the intriguing article I’ve just read, I must admit, I am faced with my own demons of phobia towards homosexuality and bisexuality. Back in 1992, as a 14 year old studying out Greene's vocal and song arrangements, I can't help but to ask myself, "If he had 'come out' with his proclamation of bisexuality back in 1993, would my view of Kenny (or his talent/music) be skewed if I had known?" At 14, probably. But I think probably due to ignorance. Just as every American, either black or white, Asian or Latin, or any ________-American, or simply, as any human being, I too can subconsciously become a product of my surroundings.
10 years later, I've come to learn that in the American society, there are so many individuals, including myself, who have allowed the media (television, radio, or print) to, if you will, "brainwash" our minds with tisk and taboo as so much to the point of placing unfair value or prejudgment on another human being merely based on appearance, wealth, fame, and, especially in this case, sexual preference. Are these things REALLY necessary? I believe that this "way of thinking" is a byproduct of ignorance in a shallow society. "If there's no $$$ in it, forget about it." We see it in everything from MTV's Real World to American Idol to Queer Eye. "It's all about appeal" and we fall for it. We must remember that Kenny played the game as well. Possibly out of ignorance; possibly out of fear.
We all want to be embraced and accepted by our peers. However, when will we, as individuals famous or infamous, wake up to realize that our own destiny really lies in the decisions we choose for the well being of ourselves and, in turn, ultimately affect the ones we love for good or for worse regardless of public disgrace or opposition by the masses?
I don't wish tragedy or devastation on anyone no matter who they are or what they believe or even what bad they have done to me, because someday, I may possibly be in the very same shoes they tread in. I didn't know Kenny on a personal level. I don't know, nor do I care what he did in his sexual life. But I do know that the R&B community has lost a wonder of a talent that could have been. Kenny, you are missed. Rest in peace. I hope to meet you someday.
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Mar 23 '04
2:46 am PST
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Regarding singer Kenny Greene of the R&B group "Intro" (Reply to this comment)
by bhutch71
Im in the music and film industry and just found out from a simple conversation about the group "Intro" that a third album was not released because of his death due to AIDS. Being that I've done film projects about AIDS, it deeply saddens me to just now hear about it. I think this should be a big lesson learned to music companies and or Media types that Singers and groups of their magnitudes who are obviously talented, creates a following because of their music and personality and it is their responsiblity to at least inform the fans of the passing of any artist from a disease such as AIDS..and also, too, if shines a bigger light one life that is becoming even more popular and needs to talked about... Further more, just through a simple search, I found this article that justify this horrible news and trust me, I will go out and grab their CD's because I did love their sound, even from just two albums... May God Give Kenny Greene Peace!
Holla B
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Mar 24 '05
7:24 pm PST
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Regarding Kenny Greene's Passing: (Reply to this comment)
by snipersoundz
I am sad to "finally" know what happened to one of my favorite groups. So please allow me to get this off my chest. I was a true fan of Kenny's writing style and tremendous vocal ability. In the past, I was an aspiring vocalist myself. I quickly heard "Intro's" first album, from the street buzz that it created. I must say that it became one of my practice cd's. My favorite song's being "Don't Leave Me", "Ecstacy Of Love", and "Ribbon In The Sky". I truly love the whole CD, but those songs really did it for me. My then fiance loved me singing this whole cd to her.
At this point I wanted to work with very few writers. Prince, Al B. Sure, and Kenny Greene. Kenny because he was little known at the time. He wrote like a seasoned veteran though. So I had a better chance of actually meeting him.
Myself, having lived with family in Mt. Vernon, NY. I knew Hev-D, and Eddie F., who I thought put them out. A short time later, I had the pleasure to meet a new artist, Toni Braxton. This was at an autograph session for her first album. Peeps were in line with their demo tapes. I got up to her and sung a song that perfectly displayed vocal ranges "Ecstacy Of Love". She had an A&R with her at the time. I sung the first line and chorus to them. They loved it. Toni then signed my poster "Keep on Singing...See You At The Grammy's". She gave me a hug and kiss. Her A&R gave me her business card for LaFace Records. She instructed me to call her later in the week.
I never pursued music seriously any further after calling them. They wanted a 12 song demo. I didn't write songs at all. So, as it stands... Kenny's words provided me with one of the greatest moments musically in my life.
To the Greene family,
I hope that you find comfort in knowing that Kenny is working on his best album yet. He will be performing for all of heaven to hear now. Kenny's spirit is still on earth as well. It lives on through his music, and in the memory of those who have been blessed to hear his voice. I too was at that show at constitution hall in 95. Although they didn't get enough time onstage. They were able to perform most of their popular songs, and gave a great performance. On a sidenote, I married the woman. Our first dance was "Intro's - Ribbon In The Sky".
One Love...
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Jun 17 '05
11:05 am PDT
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Right on point about Kenny Greene (Reply to this comment)
by lonelygurl8305
I have to say that your right on point about you comments about Kenny Greene. Its a shame that entertainers private life always seems to be the public's business. Thats a shame! I really think that his and any person sexual orientation is their business. But sadly, many entertainers have to keep their image up, and thats probably what Kenny was doing, just playing the game that he had to play. I really liked their remake of Ribbon in the sky, I thought it was theirs orginally, but I actually liked their version better than Stevie Wonder's. I was only like 10 when I heard it on the radio.(those two songs he wrote for Mary was the bomb!!) I was looking @ some of their old video's on launch.com the other day, and he kind of favored Johnny Gill in a way, but I never would have guessed he was a bisexual, guess you cant tell a book by its cover. I read the article in Sister2Sister right before he died, and once again, it was really sad article, cause you could tell that it was "the end". I guess a person can die, but their memory will never die.I never listened to their CD's but I do plan on it in the future. Its sad that his family and even own group members shunned him away, because of who he was, and who he loved.
I know, too, that there is a lot more pressure on men to have a certain image, the perfect image, a "straight" image, especially African-American entertainers, sport figures, political figures. Theres not nearly as much pressure on women entertainers, etc. There is a double standard, especially in the AA community! If a woman is a entertainer and bisexual for the most part, people, for the most part, dont look at her as any different, or comes out as a lesbian, or stays unmarried, many people dont look "down" on them. Ex: Janet Jackson, Pink, Madonna, even Josephine Baker, singer Nona Hendryx, and Billie Holliday. Even the lead singer the group GREEN DAY(Billie Joe Armstrong) is a bisexual, married, and their current album is doing GREAT!!! For some reason, it isnt as much as a backlash for white artist when they reveal the same thing. But for some reason, with a man, especially a black man, its a difference, I guess its seemed as being a weakness, and I think thats forced most men, even entertainers, to go on the DL, and not risk their money, image, or careers, but many of them, are risking their lives, and that should mean more than any of the three things that I just mentioned.Even women lives are being put at risk because of men who won't or can't be who they really are, because these men are trying to put up a front, trying to protect their manhood and image, and having unprotected sex. People should be more open-minded, and except people for who they are, and people need to real about what they are!
After Luther Vandross died, many rumors about him went around,the same when he was alive, because he, unlike Kenny, never confirmed that he was in fact,gay, even though people kinda already knew that he was.Even Freedie Mercury of the band "Queen" kept his sexuality a secret until he died. They dont want to risk their careers, or being ashamed.I dont understand why this was ever a factor, because both Freddie Mercury/Queen and Luther put out some good music, but once again, people feel a need to get in other people business. The same thing about Tevin Campbell, and other male entertainers that I wont mention. I just feel that a person should be able to who they really are, no matter what, and still be able to sell records, act in movies, theaters, etc.
In closing, I just want to say that I hope Kenny found peace when he died, and hopefully, more people will have the courage to be who they really are and not what somebody wants them to be!!!
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Aug 09 '05
10:48 pm PDT
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Re: Re: Kenny Greene: My Brother, not Forgotten (Reply to this comment)
by nevadagirl55
I was just listening to Intro's Never Again. It is one of my favorite "healing" songs. I listen to it often and it is on a cassette. And I thought I would come online and see if I could look it up. (I couldn't find it on itunes the other day.) Then I saw about the death and in this post, also a singer from H-Town, too. I am so sad and shocked, I never even heard of these. And it is already August 2005. How sad! God bless those and their families and their fans...
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Aug 26 '05
11:52 am PDT
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I had no idea... (Reply to this comment)
by jsalley
I had no idea Kenny had died...
I found out about his condition from a friend back in 2000-2001. She informed me of an article in sister 2 sister. I couldn't believe it then, so I researched the internet only to discover that the info was a fact.
I was haunted then and find myself haunted now. I just found out he died 2 days ago and I've been playing the CD "New Life" ever since. "Love Me Better" is my favorite track and I find myself welling up inside each time that song plays. I am grateful that I purchased the CD when it came out and still in possession of it today.
I lost my mother 2 years before Kenny's death from the same illness. I hope his family and friends alike came to terms with his illness and appreciated him for the man he was to come forth and open himself up. Nobody's perfect and everyone makes decisions in life that only they will have to answer for.
He had a beautiful voice and the trio combined produced a melody that will always send chills through me. As I now look at the CD jacket it is haunting knowing that the man has passed on but his voice echoes in my mind when I think of my favorite song.
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Oct 29 '05
5:59 pm PDT
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Re: I had no idea... (Reply to this comment)
by cquillen
There are only a select few God gives the ability to capture you by their words. He was one of the few. The way he put things together were majestic. As long as I'm alive and well, I will let the world know how much Kenny Green meant to music and OUR love communication. Music has lost a potential songwriting Icon. I wish I could have had the privilege too hear more. May God continue to bless his family and friends and fans. We Miss You G-Love. Curt Quillen
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Jan 03 '06
10:34 pm PST
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Re: Re: I had no idea... (Reply to this comment)
by musicminister
I have been a fan of INTRO since the introduction of the famous R&B Group in the early 90's. I just so happened to be in an airport in Indianapolis IN when I read the Sister 2 Sister article. As a brother it hurt my heart to know that he was suffering from such an illness that carries such a hateful stigma.
I mourn his loss and it angers me that the black R&B community didn't even take a stand to recognize Kenny, or even issue statments about his influence on thier careers, how Kenny's life much more than his music touched those that were closest to him. Where are these people, where were they at the time of his suffering.
It must have been very hard on the man to have to live a double life.
He is very missed.
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Mar 16 '06
2:51 pm PST
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Supressed Bisexuality in the Black community (Reply to this comment)
by kuriouskandie
I was just listening to the Masterpiece "Come Inside" while online..I remembered how that album made me feel deep inside..then I remembered Mary J. Blige paying her respects on a radio show. I knew he passed but I never knew how or much about his personal life...Then I googled Kenny Greene and came across this webpage. Wow! I have learned so much tonight and am blown away. Either I was sleeping in 2001 or this information was not exposed or communicated enough. I have never heard of anything like this. I never heard of K. Greene being a bi-sexual either. (I may have heard something about him passing but not the cause of death). You know, at the age of 35, I am finally acknowledging my feelings about women. (I'm not exactly acting on it yet) I am a straight woman who has never been with a woman before I have been feeling this way for a long time but I learned how to supress my emotions over the years. I grew up with traditional black family values that forbid this kind of behavior. In the black community, we have so much to overcome as it is so to be labled as a "bi-sexual" imposes more stigmas. We may be subject to being outcasted and segregated. Since Christianity is the predominantly religious faith in our community- we are forbidden to even indulge in homesexuality. Black men will not be respected as "real men" they will be called "fa%#!ts" with ignorant misconceptions and generalizations. Black lesbian or bisexual black women will be labeled as "dikes" or feminists who hate men-or women who can't get men. These are the reasons why men and women often suppress their emotions. Those of us who pursue it do so in secret known as being "On the down Low". It is a shame that I even struggle and could never tell anyone about how I have these feelings. I think as a community we need to deal with this more openly and freely. More general support needs to be given.
I must say that Kenny Greene was a truly talented musician who influenced musical sensationalists today. I will learn from his life because there is so much to be learned. Kenny Greene struggled with others accepting him for his sexual preferences as an entertainer and had to succumb to the pressures of the industry. This should have never been acceptable this was in the 90's not the 60's. I believe God allows us to be an example for each other before he calls to our resting place. Perhaps we will learn from this. We must do our best in acting responsibly gay or straight!
I believe Kenny's influence in the industry challenged the soulful artists in the late 90's. He contributed to MJB's career and others and she will never let us forget it. His life and his music will not be in vain as long as we celebrate his life by supporting the good R&B musical ballads. Intro's 1st album was comparable and competitive with R.Kelly's 12 Play. Steamy sexy ballads, and mindblowing midtempos were timeless. I am also a musician and I am slowly beginning to introduce the true me in my music..One love to Kenny Greene for his musical contributions to the R&B and HipHop industry!!!! and One love to black men and women who have established their true sexual lifestyles and have refused to allow society to dictate how they will live their life!
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Mar 23 '06
9:08 pm PST
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I Miss INTRO and Kenny (Reply to this comment)
by eturnitie
I graduated high school in 1993 and I remember when this was first released. I actually played the tape so much, I busted it and had to buy a new one. As big of a fan as I was of Kenny and INTRO, I never knew they had a 2nd CD, which I have just purchased online....
I miss them. I was so saddened to hear when Kenny died...it still hurts me deep to my core. I also didn't realize until reading this article that he wrote two of MJB's first songs - she is another favorite of mine and I totally understand why those two songs have always been two of my favorites from Mary.
RIP Kenny
Eturn
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Dec 20 '06
6:26 pm PST
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I am speechless at the moment. (Reply to this comment)
by bambola22
I was reading an article in today's New York Time's about Eddie F. I instinctively thought about INTRO. I rummaged through all of my old cds and came across, arguably, one of the best cds of the 90's. I was a Sophomore in college when it dropped and I was pulled into a vortex every time I listened to that voice,THE voice. I immediately googled the group to inquire about the whereabouts of the phenoms. Much to my chagrin, I read about the death of Kenney Greene. I was devastated! I popped in my cd for the first time in 13 years. I was transported to a perfect time and place. As I listened to Ecstasy of Love, Tears came to my eyes. Not for any reason in particular...just because. That song has always been so sweet, pure and pristine. I thank tigger500 for writing such a cogent piece.
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Feb 10 '07
10:32 am PST
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KENNY GREENE (Reply to this comment)
by kenlou11
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE INTRO AND KENNY GREENE HAD A VERY STRONG VOICE, HE SINGS LIKE AN ANGEL AND IT HURTS ME SO BAD TO KNOW THAT HE IS DECEASED. I CAN REMEMBER WHEN I FIRST HEARD RIBBON IN THE SKY AND PLEASE DON'T LEAVE ME, I WOULD REPLAY THE SONGS OVER AND OVER AGAIN AND WHEN I FELL OUT WITH MY MAN I WOULD LISTEN TO PLEASE DON'T LEAVE ME. I COULD CARE LESS ABOUT KENNY BEING BI SEXUAL OR WHATEVER PEOPLE CLAIM HIM TO HAVE BEEN ONE THING FOR SURE HE IS A BLACK MALE WHO WAS BLESSED WITH A WONDERFUL, MIND BLOWING VOICE. I PERSONALLY LOVE MUSIC, ESPECIALLY FROM INDIVIDUALS WHO CAN ACTUALLY SING AND HOLD A TUNE, YA FEEL ME. KENNY YOU ARE MISSED AND LOVED, WISH YOU WERE STILL HERE DOING WHAT YOU DO BEST, MAKING GOOOOOOD MUSIC
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Jun 04 '07
6:52 pm PDT
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I MISS INTRO (Reply to this comment)
by kenlou11
I LOVE INTRO AND I HAVE LISTENED TO THEIR MUSIC FROM DAY 1, KENNY'S VOICE IS MIND BLOWING. HIS SEXUAL PREFERENCE MAKES NO DIFFERENCE TO ME, HE HAS A RAW TALENT ( A GIFT FROM OUR CREATOR) AND IT'S SAD TO KNOW THAT HE WROTE ALL THESE SONGS FOR OTHER ARTIST AND HE GETS NO RECOGNITION FOR HIS WORK (SAD). I WISH THAT INTRO WAS STILL MAKING MUSIC. MAY KENNY GREENE RIP
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Jun 05 '07
5:14 am PDT
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Re: I Miss INTRO and Kenny (Reply to this comment)
by kenlou11
I MISS INTRO AND KENNY AS WELL, I LOVE THEIR MUSIC. DO KNOW IF KENNY HAS ANY UN-RELEASED MUSIC? HIS VOICE IS MIND BLOWING. HIS SEXUALITY IS OF NONE IMPORTANCE TO ME, I JUDGE NOT,I SIMPLY LOVE LISTENING TO HIS MUSIC AND WHO KNOWS WHERE HE WOULD BE IF HE WERE STILL ALIVE.
MAY KENNY G-LOVE GREENE REST IN PEACE!!!!!!!!!!
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Jun 05 '07
7:49 am PDT
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Re: "Kenny Greene does still Live. (Reply to this comment)
by kenlou11
INTRO IS THE GREATEST MAY KENNY RIP.
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Jun 05 '07
7:50 am PDT
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Re: Still thinking about the revelance of Kenny Greene's life and death (Reply to this comment)
by kenlou11
I REALLY LIKE INTRO AND MAY KENNY RIP
HE IS ONE THE GREATES MALE SINGERS, HIS VOICE IS MIND BLOWING. REGARDLESS OF HIS SEXUAL PREFERENCE, HE IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES AND IF HE WERE STILL ALIVE HE WOULD BE AT THE TOP
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Jun 05 '07
7:52 am PDT
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DEEPLY SADDENED AND DISAPPOINTED (Reply to this comment)
by vchild
I was blown away when I googled Kenny Greene. I was thinking about my college days and how much I loved Kenny Greene and my INTRO CD. I was completely infactuated with Kenny Greene! During that time, all I played was INTRO and Mary J Blige. I was not surprised when I found out that he was the writing talent behind Love No Limit and Reminisce, two of my favorite MJB songs. I never got the opportunity to see INTRO perform live and I always hoped one day that would change. I decided to google him to find out if there was any recent or upcoming music from him. I thought that since I hadn't heard any new songs released by him, there would definitely be some information about him working with some of the up and coming R & B artists or maybe even some of the older ones. My heart sank when I saw this search result. I couldn't believe Kenny Greene passed away and I knew nothing about it. I am so disappointed with the lack of attention his death has received. Kenny Greene was a gifted songwriter and possessed one of the most amazing voices that I have ever heard. I know there are numerous fans that would love to see some sort of tribute about him. He never received the respect that he deserved. I would stack his talent and vocal range against anyone in the music industry right now. I cannot believe more of the artists with whom he worked with and wrote hits for are not coming forward to do something for Kenny. I remember when INTRO'S first CD came out in 93'. I wore it out. I played it everyday and night. I thought Kenny was amazing. I would turn my cd player on as soon as I would get to my dorm room from class and listen to INTRO! I love Stevie Wonder, but the remake of Ribbon In The Sky was incredible!!! I loved it. I loved Kenny's voice! I couldn't hear enough of him. His writing was so soulful and full of love. His music made you feel good and hopeful about love. Since hearing of his death, I have purchased INTRO's self titled CD again on Amazon.com. I didn't know him personally, but I feel such a tremendous loss. I have been playing that CD everyday since it arrived last week and feel the songs on this cd would still out shine some of the R & B music that is out right now. I can only imagine what Kenny would have been able to accomplish had he lived. I feel like I cannot learn enough about him. I have been searching for more information, pictures, anything on Kenny Greene, but the results have been minimal. I am regretful that Kenny felt he needed to live his life in such turmoil. I wish that he could have been open and not pressured into hiding his true self. Kenny's lifestyle has no reflection of how much I enjoyed his music. I still consider myself one of his biggest fans and I am so disappointed that there have been no tributes or celebrations of the life of this precious, gifted soul. Whatever your belief system or moral values, Kenny Greene was human just as we all are and his contributions to society should not be overlooked because of his lifestyle choice. I'm glad to know that he found peace before the end. I'm still so astonished that it is 6 years after his death and I am just finding out. I would love to know of any information that is still out there regarding this beautiful soul. Kenny, I know you're no longer suffering and that brings some comfort.
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Jul 24 '07
5:34 pm PDT
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