Singer-songwriter Andrea Martin has died aged 49.
The talented star - who penned songs for En Vogue and Monica - passed away on September 27.
News of Andrea's death was announced with a statement shared on her Instagram account on Monday.
The message posted to Andrea's Stories read: "Dear Family and Friends, it is with a heavy heart we inform you of the passing of our beautiful Andrea Martin also known as 'Annie'.
"Andrea will always be remembered for her passion and dedication to her family and friends. Her impact will continue to be felt and heard for a lifetime.
"We thank you in advance for your condolences, love, compassion and understanding during this time," it continued.
"Please limit calls as we are trying to finalize arrangements at this time, Once finalized, we will be sure to post arrangements.
"Forever a legend. April 14 - September 27".
A cause of death was not given.
Andrea's longtime writing partner Ivan Matias - who worked with her on En Vogue's "Don't Let Go (Love), SWV's "You're the One" and Angie Stone's "Wish I Didn't Miss You" - penned a heartbreaking tribute to the writer on his own Instagram account.
Alongside a snap of Andrea, he wrote: "Rest In Paradise Andrea Martin. We are all special in some way, but Andrea Martin was extraordinarily special. Her spirit was infused into each lyric & melody she blessed us with.
"Our connection was a divine union. We went to school together & had no idea that soon after, we'd be brought together as partners, co-writers & friends through adulthood. She brought out the best in me & everyone she worked with. We laughed, cried, fought & loved hard. She was a blessing to everyone around her in ways no one will ever know.
"She taught me about life, love, loyalty & of course music. Her musical genius lives on in the songs she contributed to the soundtrack of all our lives. Laguardia High School Alumni. Phenomenal Singer/Songwriter. She was one of a kind. The most talented female writer I've ever known. Her musical instinct & passion remain unmatched. Gone too soon. Thank you to Koi sojer/snap N U Photos for capturing this moment."
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Andrea worked with some of the biggest names in music throughout the years.
Singers she wrote hits for included Toni Braxton, Leona Lewis, Melanie Fiona, Sean Kingston, Fantasia Barrino and Jennifer Hudson.
In 1998 she released her debut album, The Best of Me, in 1998 under Sony's Arista Records.
