NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 24, 2026Hillsborough
Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs dies at 87
Janie Bradford Hobbs, a foundational songwriter for Motown Records, has died at age 87 following an extended illness. She is recognized for co-writing iconic hits such as "Money (That’s What I Want)."
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The passing of Janie Bradford Hobbs marks the loss of a significant figure in American music history who contributed to the early success of the Motown label.
Key Facts
- Janie Bradford Hobbs was a songwriter for Motown Records.
- She co-wrote the song "Money (That’s What I Want)."
- She co-wrote the song "Too Busy Thinking About My Baby."
- Janie Bradford Hobbs died at age 87.
- Her death occurred at a hospital in Los Angeles.
- Her death followed an extended illness.
Who's Mentioned
personJanie Bradford Hobbs“Subject of the obituary, Motown songwriter and executive.”personMarvin Gaye“Had a hit with 'Too Busy Thinking About My Baby'.”personNicole Hobbs“Daughter of Janie Bradford Hobbs.”other87“Age of Janie Bradford Hobbs at the time of her death.”personLance Finney“Son of Janie Bradford Hobbs.”personBerry Gordy“Motown founder.”locationLos Angeles“Location of the hospital where Hobbs passed away.”organizationMartha & The Vandellas“Songwriter recipient.”organizationJobete“Motown's publishing company.”personJackie Wilson“Singer who introduced Bradford Hobbs to Berry Gordy.”personBarrett Strong“Recorded 'Money (That’s What I Want)' in 1959.”personStevie Wonder“Songwriter recipient.”organizationThe Temptations“First recorded 'Too Busy Thinking About My Baby'.”organizationThe Beatles“Covered 'Money (That’s What I Want)'.”organizationThe Supremes“Songwriter recipient.”personWardean Hobbs“Husband of Janie Bradford Hobbs.”