D'Angelo's death has rocked fans and fellow artists, but nobody is feeling the weight of this grief more than his children.
His 26-year-old daughter, Imani Archer, penned a tribute to her father on Instagram, whom she desribed as her "biggest hype man, protector, biggest musical inspiration, the kindest and most selfless man," and of course, "the best father anyone could've ever had."
The blossoming singer wrote, "Dear daddy, there are no words to describe this immeasurable loss. I'm in absolute disbelief and shock [...] No one will EVER measure up to how brave and strong you are. Till the very end, you made sure to protect me from anything that would scare or hurt me."
Archer continued, "I love you so much Daddy. I wish I had more time to spend with you. For you to show me new music, play piano with me to our favorite songs, or to go back and forward about our favorite go to meals. You're a one of a kind soul, and I'm so grateful you chose me to be your daughter."
Archer promised to "never forget all of your advice and things you've told me on how to get through this life," adding, "Dad...I miss you more than life and this is breaking my heart into a million pieces. I wish I could hold your hand just one more time. I will forever honor you and carry on your legacy Dad. Everything I do will always be for you. I'm gonna miss you and hearing your voice every single day. I'll always be your BabyGirl."
His eldest son with the late Angie Stone also made a brief statement following his death. "I just sat here watchin my daddy die after feeling like it was the first time he and I were truly building. He was there when I needed him the most after the passing of momma. Unfortunately, time ran out," said Michael Archer II.
D'Angelo does have a third child, a boy assumed to be named Morocco, that he's kept out of the public eye.