I spent my 20's and 30's dancing to his music. I can remember when "1999" came out in about '86? and we all thought that was ridiculous....Like that was a lifetime away.
The man was a musical genius handsdown. Incredible showman.
Story I heard was that he had been admitted to the hospital a week ago with the flu and respiratory problems. We'll have to wait to see what he died from, but it's a true shame.
Between him and David Bowie the world has lost some amazing talent, lately and I sure don't see anyone on the radar to replace them.
Watson