Levi Stubbs Dies

Levi Stubbs, the lead singer of the legendary Motown group the Four Tops, whose voice endures in such songs as "I Can't Help Myself" and "Reach Out, I'll Be There," has died. He was 72.

Stubbs died today at his home in Detroit, Billboard.com reported. He had suffered a series of illnesses, including cancer and a stroke, that forced him to stop performing in 2000, Billboard said.

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Stubbs also provided the voice for the man-eating plant known as Audrey II in the movie "Little Shop of Horrors" (1986).

Stubbs is survived by his wife of 48 years, Clineice, and five children, Billboard.com said.

Rest In Peace, Levi.