Fans of Many Types

Cheo Hodari Coker’s statement that Lionel Richie’s new release, “Louder Than Words,” is “soulful enough for his now-older black female fans” (“The Master of ‘Words’,” April 17) leads one to believe that Richie’s “older” fans are limited to black females. I believe many non-black men and women would disagree; I certainly do. Welcome back, Lionel Richie, it is good to hear from you once again.

KATHLEEN HOUSE

Long Beach