Gone Too Soon

  I’ve followed and studied music practically all my life. One thing that has always intrigued me are the artists who died before they’re time. Indeed, special artists who had an understanding on how to create unforgettable music that resonated with people everywhere. For example, artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse, Tupac Shakur, Christopher Wallace, Elvis Presley, Whitney Houston, Marvin Gaye, and Michael Jackson. In my opinion, all these individuals have left a lasting impression on us all, which will live on for generations to come. The thing that’s so tragic is that all of these artists died at a very young age. As a result, many of these artists didn’t get a chance to reach their full potential as musicians. It is true, all these artists were uniquely different in their own way, but they all were able to reach the world through their music. Regardless, one can only imagine what these artists could have accomplished if they were here today.

         They say fame has its price, and sometimes fame can cost you your life. So, it’s safe to say that fame and success don’t always equate. Research shows that young successful people in the public eye have the potential to die at an early age. Dailymail.com explains that 1,000 successful people found that pop stars, sportsmen, and actors were likely to face an early death. In addition, the article mentioned that rock and pop stars that die at an early age were usually abused as a child. Moreover, indulging in alcohol, violence, and drugs can also accelerate the problem and lead to an early demise. The question that must be asked is what can be done to save our music and our artists? It’s very unfortunate that these artists didn’t get a chance to realize their true talents and potential. In retrospect I wish these talented individuals were still alive, but all we can do now is appreciate their music and the memories they left behind. Nevertheless, all these individuals left the world before their time, but their influence and their music will live on forever.