Music legend Quincy Jones passes away: A life that touched earth and moon
Legendary music producer Quincy Jones‚ known for shaping modern music history passed away at 91. His work reached from Hollywood to the moon landing and influenced generations of artists worldwide
Quincy Jones a ground-breaking music producer and composer left us today at ninety-one. His life-story shows how one person can change music forever
The moon keeps one of his greatest achievements: Buzz Aldrin played Jones-produced “Fly Me to the Moon“ (recorded by Frank Sinatra) right before stepping onto lunar surface in 69; making it the first song played on earths natural satellite. His tv-themes became part of American culture - he wrote music for many well-known shows including:
- “Sanford and Son“
- “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air“
- “Ironsides“
In mid-50s Jones studied in Paris with famous teacher Nadia Boulanger who shaped his unique music-style. Frank Sinatra didnt just give him the nickname “Q“ but also left his family crest ring to Jones after death
Back in 74 Jones survived a brain surgery with just 1% chance of success and even went to his own memorial - where Ray Charles Marvin Gaye and other stars performed. Later in 86 he spent time on Marlon Brandos private Tahiti island recovering from mental-health issues
His work with Michael Jackson brought interesting stories (he called Jackson “Smelly“ because the singer didnt use curse words) but also led to legal issues: Jones won $9.42 million lawsuit against Jacksons estate in 17. The producerʼs personal life connected to rap history too - his daughter Kadida was engaged to Tupac Shakur when the rapper died in 96
