Sass Jordan, a rock singer from Montreal with a career spanning nearly four decades, has passed away at the age of 65. She died on Friday, surrounded by loved ones, according to a statement from family representative Eric Alper. The exact cause of her death has not been disclosed.

Described as a unique force of nature and a source of light and joy, Jordan released her debut album, “Tell Somebody,” in 1988. She was honored with the Juno Award for most promising female vocalist in 1989. Her second album, “Racine,” released in 1992, featured popular tracks like “Make You a Believer.”

Throughout her career, Jordan received multiple Juno Award nominations for best female vocalist and served as a judge on all six seasons of the reality TV show “Canadian Idol.”

Born on December 23, 1960, in Birmingham, England, Jordan grew up in Montreal. Geoff Kulawick, the former president of Stony Plain Records, which produced her last two albums, praised her as “bold, beautiful, and brave.”

Jordan collaborated with her husband Derek Sharp on her 2020 album, “Rebel Moon Blues,” and her 2022 album, “Bitches Blues,” while signed with Stony Plains.

Kulawick expressed his admiration for Jordan’s bluesy vocal prowess on her final records, noting her ability to emotionally connect with her audience and attract a large fan base.

Derek Downham, a Canadian producer and songwriter, fondly remembered his interactions with Jordan, emphasizing her infectious personality and humor. He regretted not being able to witness her laughter again.

As one of the few female figures in the rock genre during her early career, Jordan played a pivotal role in paving the way for other women in the male-dominated industry, inspiring aspiring performers to follow her lead with love and determination.