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Kanye West, Pharrell, & Kendrick Lamar Remember David Bowie
David Bowie died Sunday after an 18-month battle with cancer. He was 69. The rock legend had a profound impact on today’s artists, who took to social media to remember “The Man Who Fell to Earth” as an innovator and game changer. Kanye West called Bowie “one of my most important inspirations,” Justin Timberlake praised him as “a genius for the ages and the ages to come,” and Diddy credited Bowie for giving him the courage to reinvent himself.
From Madonna to Kendrick Lamar, read some of the heartfelt tweets below.
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
I pray for his friends and family.
— KANYE WEST (@kanyewest) January 11, 2016
Hoping 2 meet u after we heard the news. At Brock's house watchin your Doc's & interviews. But no lens could ever capture your point of view
— Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) January 11, 2016
What a honor, what a soul. David Bowie, Spirit of Gold. RIP.
— Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) January 11, 2016
I can never express into words how you will continue to inspire me… Thank you for showing a… https://t.co/Fn2Vmk0iRe
— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) January 11, 2016
One of the reasons why I always had The courage to change my names in reinvent myself was… https://t.co/8DLlICDEWw
— Sean Diddy Combs (@iamdiddy) January 11, 2016
David Bowie was a true innovator, a true creative. May he rest in peace 🖖🏾 #RIPDavidBowie
— Pharrell Williams (@Pharrell) January 11, 2016
David Bowie we will remember your brilliance. Heartfelt condolences to family, friends & fans around the world pic.twitter.com/hhLocL4hDS
— Mariah Carey (@MariahCarey) January 11, 2016
Damn, just heard the news about Bowie. HUGE inspiration of mine. HUGE. Blasting STARMAN ☄✨🌛💫🌟
— The Chosen One (@KidCudi) January 11, 2016
I wish I could have seen him perform live but at least I had the pleasure and privilege to meet… https://t.co/wg3WYaSyYZ
— Eve (@TheRealEve) January 11, 2016
Really inspired me in so many ways. My heart aches! Artist everywhere should pay the utmost… https://t.co/uDCWA0fJ38
— K. Michelle (@kmichelle) January 11, 2016
rest in peace David Bowie .
— The Weeknd (@theweeknd) January 11, 2016
1 of 1. Grew up on Mr Bowie and referenced him in many recording sessions and discussions on art… https://t.co/HSPA2m1Ism
— Estelle (@EstelleDarlings) January 11, 2016
So much love to @DavidBowieReal 's family right now. what a great loss.
— sia (@Sia) January 11, 2016
Thoughts and heart with David's family and loved ones 💔 https://t.co/juboSMMK6h
— Sam Smith (@samsmithworld) January 11, 2016
RIP to a musical genius who transcended all races with his music. From Buckingham Palace to Forrest Projects, all knew his songs #DavisBowie
— FAT JOE (@fatjoe) January 11, 2016
R.I.P. David Bowie https://t.co/TZmxhyVvGg
— juicy j (@therealjuicyj) January 11, 2016
David Has Gone To Mars. Earth Thanks You https://t.co/r37aKrZQCH
— Questlove Gomez (@questlove) January 11, 2016
R.I.P David Bowie 💔 The Goblin King! Amidst the many maniacal makings of my musical flare, the… https://t.co/TEb4GcCCbR
— MARSHA AMBROSIUS © (@MarshaAmbrosius) January 11, 2016
RIP David Bowie – someone who was connected to the source
— M.I.A (@MIAuniverse) January 11, 2016
Talented . Unique. Genius. Game Changer. The Man who Fell to Earth. Your Spirit Lives on Forever! 🙏🏻❤️ #rebelheart pic.twitter.com/k3k3lfL3Bv
— Madonna (@Madonna) January 11, 2016
The entirety of my David Bowie gestalt begins and ends with this movie right here.
Peace Out! pic.twitter.com/g8pfQvFEeD
— Lupe Fiasco (@LupeFiasco) January 11, 2016