RHOP star Ashley Darby pays tribute to Roberta Flack

Ashley Darby, known for her vibrant personality on The Real Housewives of Potomac, recently took a moment away from the glam and drama of reality television to pay tribute to one of music’s most enduring legends: Roberta Flack. In a moving post shared with her followers, Darby reflected on the deep impact Flack’s music has had on her life—both personally and creatively.

Best known for timeless classics like Killing Me Softly with His Song, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, and Feel Like Makin’ Love, Roberta Flack’s voice has long been a vessel of emotional depth and soulful storytelling. For Darby, those songs are more than hits from a bygone era—they are soundtracks to pivotal moments in her life.

“She taught us how to feel through music,” Darby wrote. “Roberta didn’t just sing—she told stories, she made us cry, she made us remember. Her songs brought people together across generations and cultures.”

Ashley, who has dabbled in music herself, credited Flack as a guiding light in her own artistic journey. Growing up in a household that cherished R&B, jazz, and soul, Darby said Flack’s music was a staple—often playing in the background during quiet Sunday mornings or family gatherings. As she matured, Darby came to appreciate not just the beauty of Flack’s voice, but the strength behind it.

“Roberta’s grace and poise made a powerful statement,” she continued. “She was soft, but never weak. Every note she sang carried a message, whether of love, loss, or resilience.”

Darby also highlighted Flack’s influence beyond music, praising her humanitarian work and advocacy for education and the arts. “Her commitment to giving back is a legacy in itself,” she said.

The tribute arrives at a time when fans across the world are revisiting Roberta Flack’s contributions to music history. For Darby, this was more than just nostalgia—it was a chance to remind her audience of the powerful women who paved the way for today’s artists to express themselves authentically.

“I hope we all take a moment to listen again,” Darby urged. “Not just to the lyrics, but to the soul behind them.”