Prince Dies Reactions: Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Missy Elliott, Jill Scott & More React To News
The world lost a musical icon today in the form of Prince - here's how singers and musicians from all genres are reacting to the sudden loss.
Prince was found dead Thursday at the age of 57. Beyond hits like "Kiss," "Purple Rain" and "When Doves Cry" and his incredible musicianship through multiple decades, he was also a pop culture icon. Known for his flamboyant outfits, his falsetto and his rock star attitude, Prince was a legend not only in the music industry, but the world at large.
Numerous singers and musicians have expressed their grief, shock and condolences over the loss of Prince on social media. Check out some of the most touching messages below:
Numb. Stunned. This can't be real.
— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) April 21, 2016
I'm so sad as is the world. We loved you Prince. RIP dear One.
— Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) April 21, 2016
Shocked. Prince. The greatest. What a terrible terrible loss.
— Idina Menzel (@idinamenzel) April 21, 2016
A tremendous unparalleled talent has left us today. Seems unimaginable. Prince may you be resting in peace.
— Ingrid Michaelson (@ingridmusic) April 21, 2016
I just wanna wake up from this nightmare. 57? No. Oh my Lord. NO!!!!!!!!!!!! Prince Rodgers Nelson was here and he showed OUT!!!!!!
— Jill Scott(@missjillscott) April 21, 2016
Doves cry. Love Live Prince
— Rick Springfield (@rickspringfield) April 21, 2016
Already a bad year for losing musical legends. Gigantic kick to crotch to lose Prince so young. So sad.
— Zac Brown Band (@zacbrownband) April 21, 2016
Shocked and soooo sad!! #RIP PRINCE #music #legend #gonetoosoon pic.twitter.com/KlEBPPl40U
— Jennifer Lopez (@JLo) April 21, 2016
Once again Heaven's band just got even more incredible. One of my absolute idols #Prince. Thank u for showing me what true GREATNESS is!!
— Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) April 21, 2016
This is so heartbreaking I had this Prince pic drawn on my wall years ago because his music inspired so many R.I.P pic.twitter.com/60msa6hm3I
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) April 21, 2016
Been a prince fan since day one. Played every instrument, and stood up for owning his own music. Huge loss today...
— Kirk Franklin (@kirkfranklin) April 21, 2016
i'm absolutely heartbroken that Prince is gone. COMPLETELY devastated...i can't process this....
— Belinda Carlisle (@belindaofficial) April 21, 2016
And just like that...the world lost a lot of magic Rest in peace Prince! Thanks for giving us so much...
— KATY PERRY (@katyperry) April 21, 2016
