Members of GUNS N’ ROSES, AEROSMITH, KISS, SLIPKNOT, MÖTLEY CRÜE, HALESTORM and JANE’S ADDICTION are among the rock musicians and scores of other artists who reacted on social media to the passing of the artist known as Prince, who died earlier today (Thursday, April 21) at the age of 57.
“It is with profound sadness that I am confirming that the legendary, iconic performer, Prince Rogers Nelson, has died at his Paisley Park residence this morning at the age of 57,” said Prince’s publicist, Yvette Noel-Schure.
Prince’s death comes only days after he said he wasn’t feeling well, causing the cancelation at least one concert in Atlanta. He eventually played the city, after which his plane made an emergency landing. At the time, his publicist said that he was”fine and at home.”
Prince has won seven Grammy Awards, and he won an Oscar for the original song score to the classic film “Purple Rain”. In 2007, he won a Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song, for “The Song Of The Heart” from “Happy Feet”.
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— MEGA-GEEK MELTDOWN!! (@CoreyTaylorRock) April 21, 2016
And today started out so well…#god#Fucking#DAMNIT
— MEGA-GEEK MELTDOWN!! (@CoreyTaylorRock) April 21, 2016
Now Prince…..?? This year has been absolutely BRUTAL! Prince, Bowie, Frey, Emerson, Kantner, Bain, Martin, Shandling….Carpe Diem everyone! 💜
— Mike Portnoy (@MikePortnoy) April 21, 2016
RIP Prince. Rock n Roll Heaven sure is putting together an amazing supergroup. https://t.co/xz25U5W5kQ
— Lzzy Hale (@LZZYHALE) April 21, 2016
RIP PRINCE..ONE OF THE SADDEST DAY’S TO SAY THE LEAST. HE WAS THE TRUE DEFINITION OF A REAL ARTIST. pic.twitter.com/wt3wA6NHe0
— ❌ Nikki Sixx ❌ (@NikkiSixx) April 21, 2016
From one 6/7 to another 6/7… Rest in peace, Prince!
— Dave Navarro (@DaveNavarro) April 21, 2016
Dearly Beloved. We are gathered here today to talk about this thing called life RIP #Prince #57 #CarlAnderson #DavidBierk
— Sebastian Bach (@sebastianbach) April 21, 2016
One of the greatest, most gifted and unique musicians, performers and producers ever. #RIPPrince pic.twitter.com/IhEFyq42Lr
— Tom Morello (@tmorello) April 21, 2016
What do we do now? PRINCE. No. I hope you weren't in much pain…your music saved me time and again.
— Duff McKagan (@DuffMcKagan) April 21, 2016
PRINCE – 1958 – 2O16 – Such an Amazing,Undeniable Talent – GOD BLESS – tBLSt SDMF pic.twitter.com/7ckEL3zOne
— Zakk Wylde (@ZakkWyldeBLS) April 21, 2016
Seems like I’m in a dream. Prince dead at 57. There are no words to describe this loss.
— Sharon Osbourne (@MrsSOsbourne) April 21, 2016
As a kid I listened to nothing but punk rock until I went into my sisters room and saw the love sexy album cover, he changed me. I love him
— Josh Todd (@jtbuckcherry) April 21, 2016
I don't care if you're religious or not… All I know is that there is gonna be a party in heaven tonight… And it's gonna rain purple. 😌
— Brent Smith (@TheBrentSmith) April 21, 2016
Prince has died, this is what it sounds like when the doves cry! #prince #ripprince #dovescry #rip pic.twitter.com/w8zG9byqTJ
— Jill Janus (@JillJanus) April 21, 2016
@TheFrankBello "Go with a smile !" #batdance
— Fonzy II (@Fonzy_75) April 21, 2016
You influenced us on levels only the Heavens will understand. Rest In Peace. You were one of my… https://t.co/Et3ESqJUHu
— Barry Kerch (@BKerchofficial) April 21, 2016
Damn, another star added to the sky. #prince
— Simone Simons (@SimoneSimons) April 21, 2016
R.I.P. Prince. One of the greats.
— Papa Roach (@paparoach) April 21, 2016
PRINCE, sad to say, has passed on!!! He was a Giant. My deep condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) April 21, 2016
THIS is a profound, profound loss… RIP PRINCE pic.twitter.com/0nssheroWn
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) April 21, 2016
RIP @Prince-Your talent is immeasurable & you will be sorely missed. May God Bless your soul. Prayers & thoughts to family, friends & fans.
— MichaelSweet Stryper (@michaelhsweet) April 21, 2016
I just heard Prince has left us…omg
— Charlie Benante (@skisum) April 21, 2016
I'm in shock and deeply saddened- just found out Prince died. RIP to one of the MOST talented and unique artists of our generation…
— Chris Cornell (@chriscornell) April 21, 2016
We lost a music legend 💔 #RIPPrince #Godspeed https://t.co/3tzGKsrHuF
— Paul Shortino (@PaulShortino) April 21, 2016
#Rip to the incredibly gifted musician Prince , I will cherish the memories watching you perform… https://t.co/7JrNvqCtFt
— matt sorum (@mattsorum) April 21, 2016
Prince, one of the true genius artists of our day is dead and I am devastated!
— Rikki Rockett (@RikkiRockett) April 21, 2016
Prince. What a bummer. It seems fake.
— Stix Zadinia (@Stixzadinia) April 21, 2016
R.I.P Prince…Exceptional Talent… pic.twitter.com/Fvl5W61OEv
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) April 21, 2016
So sad…RIP Prince https://t.co/3KsMW3P07k
— pat seals (@patflyleaf) April 21, 2016
What is going on this year??? Shocked and Saddened to hear about the death of what I believe was another musical… https://t.co/qTwDBVrnKT
— John Corabi (@Crablegs59) April 21, 2016
Speechless. RIP Prince #TrueLegend https://t.co/hUM1SQuDBO
— DJ ASHBA (@DjASHBA) April 21, 2016
What a sad day. RIP PRINCE.
— Robb Rivera (@RobbRiveraNP) April 21, 2016
Another legend gone … #RIPprince tnx 4 the music https://t.co/uVmK7QorQn
— Within Temptation (@WTofficial) April 21, 2016
I'm growing very tired of writing mini eulogies for some of my favorite artists. RIP @prince – an absolute genius gone much too soon.
— Ryan Clark (@RyanClarkDH) April 21, 2016
2016 can cram it. Bowie, Lemmy, Rickman, Victoria Wood, Ronnie Corbett, Father Jack, Terry Wogan and now Prince…fuck.
— Austin Dickinson (@Austin_AsLions) April 21, 2016
So sad to hear of Princes passing. A true artist and incredibly underrated and overlooked guitar player
— Richie Faulkner (@RichieFaulkner) April 21, 2016
No, Prince, no. 😢 What the heck??????
— Cristina Scabbia (@MissScabbia) April 21, 2016
#Prince gone (?!?). Apparently 100% confirmed. Beyond crushed. Icon. Genius. 2 much 2 say. No words. In memory: https://t.co/0K29mVF0SX
— Alex Skolnick (@AlexSkolnick) April 21, 2016
I truly.hope that the rumors of PRINCE dying are false. It seems to be on every reliable news outlet.. This would… https://t.co/TtTo8maTIA
— Kelly Shaefer (@Kellyfknshaefer) April 21, 2016
I'm so very shocked to hear of the sad death of Prince which is being reported today. Such a musical genius… https://t.co/gGLkt61qee
— PeteWayOfficial (@PeteWayOfficial) April 21, 2016
What a terrible year for losses. RIP Prince. https://t.co/1TAuHGnSKN
— Ty Tabor (@tytabor) April 21, 2016
W.T.F. ???? Why are all the great musicians dying ?
R.I.P. PRINCE— Mick Mars (@mrmickmars) April 21, 2016
r.i.p
— Devin Townsend (@dvntownsend) April 21, 2016
Please NOhttps://t.co/1TgaKr6K0q
— Stevie D. (@StevieDacanay) April 21, 2016
And now you take Prince. Fuck you 2016
— jeordie white (@jeordiewhite) April 21, 2016
RIP Prince and thank you for your music! https://t.co/7jXAe6yZSR
— Mat Sinner (@Matsinner1) April 21, 2016
Very sad day. Thank you Prince. We're going to miss you.
— Scotti Hill (@ScottiHill) April 21, 2016
Prince is a total badass. Sad that he is gone. Life is short. Enjoy the ride. https://t.co/wEDXBOgH8O
— sacred reich (@SacredReich) April 21, 2016
Can't believe Prince died! Doesn't seem possible!
— Tom Hamilton (@THaerosmith) April 21, 2016
Wow another great one has moved on! Thank you for unique and wonderful inspiration. #prince #rip… https://t.co/az3DiVCOps
— Derrick Green (@derrick_green) April 21, 2016
So sad to hear about Prince passing away. No words.
— Clint Lowery (@clintlowerynet) April 21, 2016
This is what it sounds like when doves cry. #prince https://t.co/S6Sb8uQm68
— Rob Zombie (@RobZombie) April 21, 2016
Source: Blabbermouth
