David Bowie (@davidbowie on Instagram)
Last night as the chatter from the 73rd Golden Globe Awards died down, an earth-shattering message was posted on all of the official social media accounts of the legendary singer, performer, musician, shapeshifter (the list could on forever), David Bowie.
The news of Bowie's death sent shockwaves around the world, in fact many believed it was a hoax, assuming that his accounts had been hacked. When publications like The Hollywood Reporter and Rolling Stone confirmed the news, musicians, actors, models, and everyone in-between took to social media to share their condolences and messages about their admiration for the singer.
David Bowie was one of my most important inspirations, so fearless, so creative, he gave us magic for a lifetime.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016
No words can express the impact David Bowie had on of every facet of culture. He should be remembered as the greatest ever. R.I.P
— matty (@Truman_Black) January 11, 2016
David Bowie was a true innovator, a true creative. May he rest in peace 🖖🏾 #RIPDavidBowie
— Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) January 11, 2016
Though she did not tweet herself, Lady Gaga, who has frequently cited Bowie as one of her biggest inspirations, retweeted this fan.
In all honesty, Gaga as we know her would not exist without David Bowie
— Clodagh Mc Ginley (@clodaghmcginley) January 11, 2016
Bowie's death comes just days after his 69th birthday and the release of his twenty-sixth and final album, Blackstar.Unfortunately, unlike many of those who took to Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram last night, I did not grow up listening to David Bowie and my knowledge of his music is very limited. However, "Let's Dance" has been a prominent feature in my life's soundtrack for the past two years. From crowded dorm parties and surprise birthday bashes to dancing in kitchens and long drives in my car, the song reminds me of some really great times.
Here's to an icon, innovator, and inspiration.
Happy Listening,
Robert
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