On Saturday July 23rd, the world lost Amy Winehouse at the young age of 27. Many are commenting on how she has no joined the “27 Club” with other talented musicians that also lost their lives at 27. Legendary musical artists like Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Kurt Cobain — now Amy Winehouse can be added to that list.
The world responded in shock when it was announced that after her security guard found her lying in her bed not breathing, Amy could not be revived and was pronounced dead. Investigators are still uncertain to what the cause of death is. Many are implying overdose due to her long battle with drugs and alcohol addiction.
M.I.A. and Big Boii both released songs honoring Amy Winehouse and the legacy she has left in the musical world, gestures that touch both the near and dear to Amy and the fans of the world alike.
Amy Winehouse – “Tears Dry on their Own” (Organized Noize Dungeon Family Remix) by Big Boi
It is being said by Scotland Yard investigators that there were no drugs found in the house and she had met with a doctor the day before who was content with Amy’s current state of health. Regardless of what caused her death, the world is at a major loss. May you rest in peace Amy Winehouse.