Swedish DJ Avicii Fondly Remembered By Fellow Musicians: 'Taken Away From Us Far Too Young'

New Delhi: Superstar DJ and EDM sensation Avicii died on Friday in Muscat, leaving his humongous fan following mourning. The Swedish DJ, whose original name was Tim burgling and who had hinted at his struggle with popularity and health, retired from the EDM scene in 2016 with many hoping that he was to return on stage soon - hopes that were shattered on Friday after the news of his death broke. Tweets mourning Avicii have poured in on Twitter with fellow musicians and record producers like Deadmau5, Nile Rodgers, Calvin Harris, Skrillex, Zedd, Steve Aoki, Charlie Puth, Liam Payne, Ellie Golding, Akon and many, many others fondly remembering the young Swedish DJ.

"Devastating news about Avicii, a beautiful soul, passionate and extremely talented with so much more to do. My heart goes out to his family. God bless you Tim," wrote Calvin Harris while Zedd tweeted: "No words can describe the sadness I'm feeling right now, hearing about Avicii passing away... Thoughts go out to his family and friends." Canadian record producer Deadmau5 tweeted to say: "I would have enjoyed nothing more than ripping into Avicii well into and beyond our 60's. taken away from us far too young. I know he's at peace somewhere up there getting the last laugh that i spelled his name right this time." American DJ Diplo added: "You should have lived to be 150.. but your music is gonna live forever."

Here's to remembering Avicii:
 

Devastating news about Avicii, a beautiful soul, passionate and extremely talented with so much more to do. My heart goes out to his family. God bless you Tim x

— Calvin Harris (@CalvinHarris) April 20, 2018

 

 

The remix I did of Levels hasn't left my set since I made it back in 2011. All though we weren't "close friends" I feel this deep sadness through the connection we had through this song. Tim was a truly a genius and an innovator, yet sensitive and humble. This industry can be rough and from a far I saw it take a tole on him. I just wish I could have hugged him more and told him it would be okay .You're music will forever be apart of mine and so many other lives. Maybe that's the closest thing we have to immortality. I really hope you're essence , wherever it may be in the universe is now at peace. And if in some miracle you can see this , I hope you know that as long as human beings are alive on this planet , you will forever remain an inspiration. Thank you Tim. RIP

A post shared by SKRILLEX (@skrillex) on Apr 20, 2018 at 12:34pm PDT

 

No words can describe the sadness I'm feeling right now, hearing about Avicii passing away....
Thoughts go out to his family and friends...

— Zedd (@Zedd) April 20, 2018

 

 

You set the precedent for the rest of us producers/ opened doors and set the trends . A real groundbreaker and influencer to all your peers . You should have lived to be 150.. but your music is gonna live forever . I'm not just saying that.. but you are the only one to always make timeless songs. You were the gold standard . You made me want try and make dance music when i first heard "seek bromance" . And then u kept making feel like shit cause you kept gettin better and i couldn't even mix a snare right .. you were the best of this generation . A real superstar I know you had your demons and maybe this wasn't the right place for you sometimes , but we need to protect true artists like you at all costs because there are not enough left and we are losing too many .. be good Tim

A post shared by diplo (@diplo) on Apr 20, 2018 at 11:57am PDT

 

I'm crying on the airplane. I hope I don't make the passengers nervous. #RIPAVICII

— Nile Rodgers (@nilerodgers) April 20, 2018

 

At a loss for words...Rest easy brother @Avicii

— marshmello (@marshmellomusic) April 20, 2018

 

A day where we lost a hero of ours, an inspiration and friend. There will never ever be another like him and for that reason we cry and will never forget. We posted this video cause it is a reminder of what this brilliant amazing guy did for all of us. And now he is gone. pic.twitter.com/ObfvoSgceh

— THE CHAINSMOKERS (@TheChainsmokers) April 20, 2018

 

 

I can't believe the news. So hard to write this out. Such a heavy loss heavy heavy loss. I miss u dear friend. Fuck fuck

A post shared by Steve Aoki (@steveaoki) on Apr 20, 2018 at 11:02am PDT

 

Wow, I would like to take a moment to pay tribute to the man who really opened my eyes as to what my productions could one day sound like. @Avicii was a genius and a music innovator, and I can not believe he is no longer with us. RIP to the very best.

— Charlie Puth (@charlieputh) April 20, 2018

 

Such sad news to hear about Avicii passing. Too young and way too soon. My condolences go out to his family, friends and fans x

— DUA LIPA (@DUALIPA) April 20, 2018

 

Rest easy Avicii, you inspired so many of us. Wish I could have said that to you in person x

— Ellie Goulding (@elliegoulding) April 20, 2018

 

devastated at the news of @Avicii passing. working with him was one of my favorite collaborative moments. far too young. the world was a happier and fuller place with his presence and art. sending all my love to his friends and family. Xxdr

— Imagine Dragons (@Imaginedragons) April 20, 2018

 

taken too soon #rip Avicii pic.twitter.com/KPOZKQcnF7

— AKON (@Akon) April 20, 2018

 

Oh my god truly devastated for Avicii very very sad news way to young ... what a talent he was. rest in peace x

— Liam (@LiamPayne) April 20, 2018

Bollywood celebrities like Sonam Kapoor and Athiya Shetty also paid tribute to the Swedish DJ:
 

listening to @Avicii all morning. Music is something that gets us through everything good bad or ugly. And People who make it are truly blessed. He was a genius. #RIPAvicci your music was uplifting and we will all feel your loss.

— Sonam Kapoor (@sonamakapoor) April 21, 2018

 

"One day you leave this world behind, so live a life you will remember." - Avicii #RIPAvicii pic.twitter.com/QdYEgne6h9

— Athiya Shetty (@theathiyashetty) April 20, 2018

The trajectory of Avicii's popularity witnessed a sharp rise after he launched Levels in 2011 but he announced his retirement merely five years after that - he was reportedly suffering from acute pancreatitis. Avicii, whose best works include Hey Brother, Levels and Wake Me Up, was widely hailed for bringing electronic dance music to the forefront and his attempt to merge country music with EDM - something which is apparent from his body of work.

On Friday, he was found dead in Muscat, Oman, said a statement from his representatives. However, there has been no announcement about his cause of death. Avicii was 28.