Toney Lee

Toney Lee, 72, died on June 17, 2026. Toney Lee was known publicly as an American singer and songwriter and record producer. James Anthony Lee (September 12, 1953 – June 17, 2026), better known as Toney Lee, was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known for his club hit "Reach Up", famously sampled by Phats & Small for their 1999 hit "Turn Around". 8 position on the US Billboard Dance chart. Public biographical listings identify Lee as an American singer. Lee was also associated with songwriter and record producer. OfficialObituary preserves this notice as a public memorial record for readers looking for confirmed basic details about Lee. This public record remains centered on Lee's work as an American singer and songwriter and record producer and the documented milestones of that career.