St. Vincent, Chaka Khan, Mark Ronson, More React to Sharon Jones’ Death
Earlier tonight, news broke that Sharon Jones, vocalist for Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, had passed away after a prolonged battled with cancer. She was 60. There was an outpouring of support and condolences from artists and fans, who paid tribute to the soul singer on social media. Find reactions from St. Vincent, Chaka Khan, Mark Ronson, Paramore’s Hayley Williams, John Legend, Lower Dens, and more below.
Sharon Jones. Thank you for everything.
— St. Vincent (@st_vincent) November 19, 2016
My deepest condolences 2 the family of @sharonjones. She was the real deal in this industry. 2016 you’ve been awful pic.twitter.com/DQfzVqfrpd
— Chaka Khan (@ChakaKhan) November 19, 2016
So sad to hear about the passing of my friend and the soulful, dynamic singer I loved performing with, Sharon Jones
— John Legend (@johnlegend) November 19, 2016
Sharon Jones had one of the most magnificent, gut-wrenching voices of anyone in recent times. She’ll be so missed. Too sad x
— Mark Ronson (@MarkRonson) November 19, 2016
My heart is broken. This year is so sad. Sharon Jones, thx for inspiring me for so long. Your voice/energy will echo in my heart forever. https://t.co/LEPSqAN2yu
— hayley from Paramore (@yelyahwilliams) November 19, 2016
Rest In Peace to the beautiful black queen Sharon Jones pic.twitter.com/SUftVhDSYt
— Leon Bridges (@leonbridges) November 19, 2016
damn. RIP Sharon Jones.
— Lower Dens (@lowerdens) November 19, 2016
So very sad to hear of Sharon Jones’ passing. An incredibly strong person and a magical performer. Heartbreaking.
— Jason Isbell (@JasonIsbell) November 19, 2016
One of favourite artists and her music introduced us to a scene of funk/soul that has changed our lives. r.i.p. Sharon Jones. https://t.co/2Td9g1kHmE
— badbadnotgood IV
(@badbadnotgood) November 19, 2016
Sharon Jones was one of the nicest musicians I ever met and an awe-inspiring talent. Rest In Peace.
— Okkervil River (@okkervilriver) November 19, 2016
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