Lenny Kravitz is tributing one of the greats. Sly Stone died on June 9th at the age of 82. Known for his music that became popular in the ’60s and ’70s with the band Sly & the Family Stone, he died after a long battle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
“Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend, and his extended family,” said Stone’s family in a statement. “While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy will continue to resonate and inspire for generations to come.”
Earlier this week, Kravitz shared a tribute for Stone, sharing a video of himself passionately playing along to Stone’s music.
© @lennykravitzThe clip shows him wearing jeans and playing his guitar, showcasing his skill, playing along to one of Stone’s most famous songs, “Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin).”
“GOOD MORNING and THANK YOU SLY,” Kravitz captioned the post.
Stone rose to fame in the late ’60s, making many hit songs over the years. In 2025, Questlove directed a documentary called “SLY LIVES,” exploring Stone’s legacy, and the rise and fallout of his band.
Music legends tribute to Stone
Before posting the video, Kravitz had shared a photo of Stone on his Instagram stories, writing, “Sly FOREVER.” Many musicians followed in Kravitz’s footsteps, sharing tributes of their own, including Mick Jagger, Paul Stanley from KISS, Randy Bachman, and more.
Stone left a big imprint on the world of music, fashion, and entertainment. In a 2003 interview with The New York Times, Pharrell said: “He spoke to a generation and ones that followed. He challenged people’s perception of normalcy. He wore seriously fly clothes, and to this day, I have no idea how he walked around in those platforms.”
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