Unfortunately, the history of world music knows several cases of tragic deaths of talented performers due to drug abuse. Here are some examples of artists who passed away due to drug problems:
1. Jimi Hendrix (1942–1970):
Legendary guitarist and vocalist Jimi Hendrix died at the age of 27 from a drug overdose in London. His influence on music remains unrivaled.
2. Janis Joplin (1943–1970):
Rock icon and “Queen of the Blues” Janis Joplin also died at the age of 27 from a drug overdose. Her voice and style became a symbol of freedom and rebellion.
3. Kurt Cobain (1967–1994):
Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain committed suicide at the age of 27, but traces of drugs were found in his body. His work continues to influence the music scene.
4. Viktor Tsoi (1962–1990):
The leader and vocalist of the Kino group, Viktor Tsoi, died at the age of 28 in a car accident, in which alcohol addiction also played a role.
5. Whitney Houston (1963–2012):
The famous singer and actress Whitney Houston died at the age of 48 from accidental drowning in the bathtub, which was associated with drug addiction. Her voice is considered one of the greatest in history.
6. Michael Jackson (1958–2009):
The "King of Pop" Michael Jackson died at the age of 50 from an overdose of drugs that were prescribed to him. Drug abuse became a serious problem in his life.
7. Prince (1958–2016):
Musical genius Prince died at the age of 57 from a fentanyl overdose. His death was a shock to the world community and left its marks in the history of pop music.
8. Sergei Chelobanov (1962–1990):
The frontman of the Kino group Sergei Chelobanov died at the age of 28 as a result of a car accident caused by alcohol intoxication and drug addiction.
These cases are a reminder of how important it is to combat the drug problem and pay attention to mental health in the entertainment industry.
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