Pioneering musician Chuck Berry died Saturday at the age of 90.
During his long career, Berry influenced scores of musicians, including the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Following the news of his death, the tributes poured in on Twitter from musicians and other celebrities.
Bruce Springsteen
This is a tremendous loss of a giant for the ages. -Bruce Springsteen
Mick Jagger
I am so sad to hear of Chuck Berry's passing. I want to thank him for all the inspirational music he gave to us. 1/3
He lit up our teenage years, and blew life into our dreams of being musicians and performers. 2/3 #ChuckBerry
His lyrics shone above others & threw a strange light on the American dream. Chuck you were amazing&your music is engraved inside us forever
Ronnie Wood
So sad ~ with the passing of Chuck Berry comes the end of an era 🙏. He was one of the best and my inspiration 🎸, a… https://t.co/fSrX6gVRZF
Ringo Starr
R I P. And peace and love Chuck Berry Mr. rock 'n' roll music 😎✌️🌟💖🎵🎶☮
The estate of George Harrison
RIP Chuck Berry. The 1st song that @thebeatles performed at their 1st US concert was "Roll Over Beethoven." Watch:… https://t.co/THH7j5Z30C
Carole King
RIP Chuck Berry https://t.co/9MoHHXnxD7
Q-Tip
R.I.P. To the father of ROCK N ROLL the genius CHUCK BERRY ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾Johnny be good
Huey Lewis
Chuck Berry. Maybe the most important figure in all of rock and roll. His music and his influence will last forever. - Huey
Lenny Kravitz
Hail Hail Chuck Berry!!! None of us would have been here without you. Rock on brother! https://t.co/tOMuQzUgPX
David Simon
Chuck Berry, 90, RIP. The alpha poet of rock 'n' roll. Don't let the heat overcome you when they play so loud. https://t.co/HNgwX73oT2
Brian Wilson
I am so sad to hear about Chuck Berry passing - a big inspiration! He will be missed by everyone who loves Rock 'n Roll. Love & Mercy
Keith Richards
"One of my big lights has gone out.” - Keith, 3/18/17
The Jacksons
Chuck Berry merged blues & swing into the phenomenon of early rock’n’roll. In music, he cast one of the longest sha… https://t.co/Ay2WWRgHOk
Sir Mix-A-Lot
Rest in Peace Mr. Chuck Berry. Often imitated but never duplicated. #legends
Marc Maron
The King is dead. RIP Chuck Berry.
Bootsy Collins
Dang another one not funkin' with us. Our Rock & Roll legend Mr. Chuck Berry has changed frequencies today. Join... https://t.co/aSIayg1lSJ
Gene Simmons
My profound respect and admiration to one of the founding fathers of rock and roll, who sadly passed today -- the late, great CHUCK BERRY
Bill Nye
His Johnny B. Goode is on Voyager 1 & 2 spacecraft. You were more than good Chuck. You will be missed.
Stephen King
Chuck Berry died. This breaks my heart, but 90 years old ain't bad for rock and roll. Johnny B. Goode forever.
Former president Bill Clinton
Chuck Berry’s life was a treasure and a triumph, and he’ll never be forgotten. https://t.co/3Q7z0NatUd
Berry performed at Clinton's first inauguration ball in 1993.