Legendary songwriter John Prine has passed away.
His family says he died Tuesday, due to complications related to COVID-19.
Prine was a stalwart of the folk-country scene during his five-decade career, and was and admired by artists including Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen.
He was recognized with one of the Grammys’ Lifetime Achievement awards this year, which included and homage courtesy of Bonnie Raitt, who performed part of “Angel From Montgomery” during the ceremony.
Prine was 73.
Over here on E Street, we are crushed by the loss of John Prine. John and I were "New Dylans" together in the early 70s and he was never anything but the lovliest guy in the world. A true national treasure and a songwriter for the ages. We send our love and prayers to his family.
— Bruce Springsteen (@springsteen) April 8, 2020
Rest in peace John Prine. Thank you for everything! pic.twitter.com/xQ4o7bW6Au
— Bob Dylan Page (@Bob41Dylan) April 8, 2020
Words can't even come close.
I'm crushed by the loss of my dear friend, John. My heart and love go out to Fiona and all the family. For all of us whose hearts are breaking, we will keep singing his songs and holding him near. @JohnPrineMusic— Bonnie Raitt (@TheBonnieRaitt) April 8, 2020
Oh my, I wonder how many John Prine songs got me through a 3-4 year apprenticeship in the pubs of St. John’s. What a bible of songs. Very sad to see him gone. Cheers to John.
— Alan Doyle (@alanthomasdoyle) April 8, 2020
