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Representing for the Women's March - During the Women's March in Washington, D.C., Maxwell performed at the rally to show his utmost support for women everywhere. (Photo: Paul Morigi/WireImage)

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Representing the Purple One - During the 2016 BET Awards, Maxwell performed a beautiful tribute to the late "Purple One" Prince that truly wowed audiences across the nation.  (Photo: Kevin Winter/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Representing the Story - Maxwell's stellar performance during VH1 Storytellers was unforgettable 12-song set for a crowd of 150 people. His performance also marked the fifteenth year since the release of his debut album Urban Hang Suite. (Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Vh1)

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Representing Urban R&B - Urban Hang Suite is one of R&B's most dynamic albums of all time. It gives listeners a chill at first listen. The album explores the intimacy of falling in love and experiencing the subtle and secret wonders that come with being intimate. (Photo: Columbia Records)

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Representing Revival - Maxwell stepped back on the music scene after taking a very quiet break. On his return, he released "Pretty Wings," a song that slow danced straight into the hearts of couples everywhere. He reminded us that we'd missed his presence in the R&B music world. (Photo: Columbia Records) 

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Representing Love & Basketball - The famous love scene between actor Omar Epps and actress Sanaa Lathan in Love & Basketball is a very vivid memory for most millennials. But probably the most amazing part was how beautiful Maxwell's voice flowed to the sensual touches between the actors. The song, "This Woman's Work," could play anywhere and that scene will pop right back up in your mind. (Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

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Representing '90s Afro-Bohemian Style - Maxwell had the look down! He was the perfect blend of scruffy and clean, letting his untamed Afro flow and still rocking a slightly open button-down and beige trench. He was chic without even meaning to be and defined the times with his look!  (Photo: Margaret C. Norton/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images)

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Representing Neo-Soul - Maxwell is above all an inspiration to many music makers, especially those in R&B. He's gifted the world with the new sounds of neo-soul. It was next level, a mix of urban and soul that was fresh, raw and ultimately timeless. (Photo: David Wolff - Patrick/Redferns)

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