Prolific Pop Star Icon Prince Dies,Obama Mourns Death.
President
Barack Obama has led his countrymen in mourning the death of legendary pop star
Prince, whom he described as the “most gifted and prolific” musician of his
time.
“Today,
the world lost a creative icon,” Obama, who is currently on a three-nation
six-day tour of Saudi Arabia, the UK and Germany, said in a statement on
Thursday (April 21).
Pop
music superstar Prince Rogers Nelson popular as Prince was found dead at his
home in suburban Minneapolis yesterday Thursday (April 21). He was 57.
“Michelle
and I join millions of fans from around the world in mourning the sudden death
of Prince. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular
music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent. “As
one of the most gifted and prolific musicians of our time, Prince did it all.
Funk. R&B. Rock and roll. He was a virtuoso instrumentalist, a brilliant
bandleader, and an electrifying performer,” he said
“Prince
once said ‘A strong spirit transcends rules’ — and nobody’s spirit was
stronger, bolder, or more creative. Our thoughts and prayers are with his
family, his band, and all who loved him,” Obama said. –
According
to local police officials, legendary Prince was found unresponsive in an
elevator yesterday. An autopsy is planned today (April 22). In 2004, he was
inducted into the Rick ‘n’ Roll of Fame.
Upon
hearing the news, mourners began lining up with flowers and stuffed animals
outside the studio on Audubon Road, some sobbing and embracing, The Star
Tribune reported. “Our hearts are broken,” said First Avenue music club in
Downtown Minneapolis.
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