Death of Chris Cornell

"Amazing Talented man,
He will be incredibly missed. Much love to his family and friends. xxoo"

"Chris,

I can't believe it's been a year since the world of music lost you as a legend, and the hearts of your fans were left broken... It's been hard to put these shattered pieces together, and it seems your passing away left a scar that will never heal.
I can't write that I 'nearly forgot my broken heart', because I didn't, and I think thousands of people all around the world can relate to this feeling today on the first anniversary.

I've often wondered where the world had gone wrong, so that it allowed your earthly life to come to its tragic end. Nevertheless, I don't think knowing it all would change a thing, since you're no longer with us here... And 'no one sings like you anymore'.

For me and your fans, you'll always live in your emotional, thought-provoking lyrics, and recordings of your unrivaled voice singing them. This is what's going to stay, no matter what, as something that we can always relate to, and find some consolation in.

One of my friends has recently remarked that somehow it often happens that the sensitive, reflective people suffer more in their lives than others. I think that this is the way you were; your vulnerability and consideration found expression in your songs, and in their hearts, people have known they were genuine.

Yes, you've definitely been the voice of MY generation; it doesn't matter that I've always lived across the ocean, in a mid-European country - the 90's Seattle scene, Soundgarden included, has made an impression on my teenage life. Through Temple of The Dog, Audioslave, and your solo performances, you've made an impact on me, regardless of the fact whether I've been conscious of that or not.

I love listening to your songs; if I were to name my favorite one today, I'd say it's "Like a Stone". It makes me think of all the lyrics unwritten and songs unsung because of your passing away... and it makes me shed tears. I've fallen in love with the recordings of your acoustic performances, especially the ones with the accompanyingcello - its clear, deep sound appeals to me as a beautiful match to your one-of-a-kind voice.

No one compares to you, Chris, and I think no one will ever do.
I'm definitely feeling Minnesota today..."

"To Chris' familly: My heart goes out to you all. Chris had such incredible talent, and I'm still shocked at his loss a year since he's been gone. But I find comfort in knowing that God is greater than our hearts and knows all things. (1 John 3:20) He knows better than anyone the pain Chris was feeling and whatever contributed to it. He also understands the pain your family has been going through this past year. May you find comfort in relying on him."

"Still can't believe you're gone Chris. May you rest in peace."

"To the beautiful Cornell family, thank you for sharing your beloved Chris with the world. It is a sadder place now, but he lives on in you and through his beautiful music, he blesses us all. Still is and always will be the voice of many generations.
All my love & healing thoughts,
Pamela"

"What a great talent. I loved Soundgarden and the extra greatness added to Audioslave- brilliant. The overtones were so sad and yet soul stirring. You rocked out with your sock out and now we will miss you. But rest for now 'til we meet at a later time.
Psalms 14:13-15"