Sir Paul McCartney has paid tribute to Prince calling him a “creative giant”.
Saddened by Prince's death. Proud to have seen in the New Year with him. He seemed fine and played brilliantly funky music.
— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) April 21, 2016
God bless this creative giant. Thanks Prince. Love X Paul
— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) April 21, 2016
John and Yoko’s son Sean Ono Lennon said he learned “a lot about sex and music” from Prince.
I got to see Prince at MSG when Purple Rain came out. Sheila E. was opening. I learned a lot about sex and music that day.
— Sean Ono Lennon (@seanonolennon) April 21, 2016
I'm just really shocked. Prince seemed so fit and healthy. It's hard to process. He was a super nova of talent.
— Sean Ono Lennon (@seanonolennon) April 21, 2016
Sir Mick Jagger in a series of tweets said Prince was “one of the most unique and exciting artists of the last 30 years”.
I am so saddened to hear of Prince's passing. Prince was a revolutionary artist, a wonderful musician and composer. 1/3
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 21, 2016
Prince was an original lyricist and a startling guitar player. His talent was limitless. 2/3
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 21, 2016
Prince was one of the most unique and exciting artists of the last 30 years. 3/3
— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) April 21, 2016
Rolling Stones guitarist Ron Wood also paid tribute to “a great friend”.
I will miss a good friend who was so talented. He was such a great performer / guitar player. Sleep well Prince ???? pic.twitter.com/4EZLFyGw9X
— Ronnie Wood (@ronniewood) April 21, 2016
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