Sly Stone's new memoir

Sly Stone, who invented his own kind of funky hybrid of rock 'n' roll and R&B with his '60s group Sly and the Family Stone, has been living a private life for decades. Now 80, the reclusive music great has just penned a memoir, "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)." Correspondent Kelefa Sanneh talks with Questlove (who published the book), Sly's longtime friend George Clinton, and with Sly's real family, about the musician's revolutionary band; a life revolving around drugs; and how he is today.
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[@Springbok314]

The best part is that he is alive and clean for 4 years. With a family that obviously loves him. Keep it up Mr. Stone.

[@anthonyjohnson9403]

Yes. Alive and clean for 4 years.That is good news. And he made it to age 80. I'm pleasantly surprised. He's my favorite artist and the Family Stone is my favorite band ever. The G.O.A.T's. Glad he's got ferocious kids. They are surely a positive factor. How could they not be? I can't think of anyone who'd have a problem with Sylvester Stewart being their daddy.

[@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder]

Gerry tried for years to get him sober. I’m glad somebody did.💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder]

also, great to see George CLINTON, too👍🏼💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@johngalt1361]

@@RichS.73yroldbodybuilder Indeed! Mr Clinton attended the Walk of Fame ceremony for the Chili Peppers, did a little ditty (or is it diddy?) with Keidis. Upped the “event” quotient.

[@davidadams2395]

​@anthonyjohnson9403 It shows us that, while we still draw breath, there is always hope for redemption.

[@joeybaseball7352]

Young people today don't understand how revolutionary Sly was. All the music we hear today, and of the last 50 years, have been influenced by Sly.

[@roseannepace508]

In addition, many don't know he was classically trained. Genius.

[@BassBoyVA]

So true, one of Janet Jackson's songs. Like the entire song. Is the turn around in thank you. Thought they could foo a musician with that. Lol. Great songs and musicians will never be replaced by samples Simps

[@douglasthompson8927]

has been...he is no Mickey Baker

[@NotYoung3592]

That's a really lofty claim, my friend. He was revolutionary but of a time, for his time.

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Exactly and well said :)

[@MorrisLess]

What's always impressed me about Sly Stone is, despite his contrarian image, the positivity of his songs. From inspirational songs like "Stand" and "Everyday People" to happy songs like "Dance to the Music" and "Sing a Simple Song," they all seemed created to improve your day.

[@rend7267]

good point!!

[@777jones]

You’re right. A message of empowerment and unity would be so revolutionary today.

[@brownbagz]

I'm 57, and my mother, aunt's, and uncles played Sly's music to death! I'm so glad he's still with us!

[@danjestic9199]

And his song, Life, a flip sde to me neof his hits! Great, positive song. Great tunes, upbeat.

[@liamryan2056]

It all changed with “there’s a riot going on”

[@zackwilliams9912]

He Should get the Kennedy Center Honors for his contributions to American Culture. Along with James Brown, The Meters and George Clinton, he helped pioneer the sound of funk and made it successful.

[@Barry101er]

Good idea!

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Completely agree!!

[@idontknow7738]

THAT PART! 🎼🎤🎼

[@RagtimeAnnie]

I'll second that motion - AND Third and Fourth it too !

[@user-ig2oi1fu3n]

Yes, definitely agree! Sly is a genius.

[@LTXsp]

Sly's music never gets old. I listen regularly.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed

[@jeremylawson6648]

I really think “if you want me to stay” is in the list of best songs ever made out of the US.

[@1blastman]

Yeah, I was just was listening to "There's a Riot Goin' On" today. Great stuff.

[@jayalper4930]

“There's a Riot Goin' On” is one of the greatest albums ever made.

[@carlsaganlives5112]

Until Roger Waters 're-mastered' it into his own vision of what Sly REALLY meant it to sound like.

[@sharifabdullah292]

I agree 100% percent

[@danielaguilar6730]

Did he really re master it or is this a reference to the dark side redux?

[@lindahernandez9270]

Sly is an icon. How many of us listened to "Stand, and in the end you'll still be you, one who's done all the things you set out to do" with pride

[@alanfisher2121]

I'm 66 and grew up with their INCREDIBLE music! So many great songs. I also feel that Sly was Prince, before there was Prince... great blend of funk, soul and pop, and just pure genius talent!

[@gamblinhurn1]

I believe I read Sly accused Prince of copying his act/groove🤷🏽‍♀️

[@PaisleyPerk-oj6jl]

@@gamblinhurn1that’s a lie, everyone knows Sly was Little Richard. Prince was Little Richard too and so was Michael Jackson! 😉

[@robertcuratolo5339]

🥺 He's been clean for 4 years and he's 80. He definitely has 9 lives.

[@gregdahlen4375]

cool cat

[@johngalt1361]

Actually (like us all) only one. Most of it he wasted.

[@mtaylor7307]

​@@johngalt1361Not everyone values life the same way. Gratitude is the attitude.

[@hollygolightly7475]

God bless Sly I’m glad he’s back in any way at all after all he’s been through❤

[@estherepps6914]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@davemish4163]

Sly was a musical genius who doesn't get the credit he deserves imho. What happened to him is heartbreaking. Hopefully this book will set the record straight.

[@doctorgarbonzo2525]

Truly an amazing time back then! Must be in the Water? How could a Generation conjure up so much historic groundbreaking & Incredible Music then, Rock Soul Funk you name it

[@stannote8312]

The book sounds like a great idea, but I doubt there will be much we don't know or can't imagine. Sly's memory has been destroyed by decades of drug use, and the people who helped him write it weren't even around during Sly's glory years.

[@stannote8312]

Sly did and does get his credit. It's a matter of knowing the history. Just because some people don't know much about his contributions doesn't mean his influences aren't known and apparent. it simply means that some people aren't informed.

[@nisselarson3227]

What "happened" to Sly?

[@hollygolightly7475]

I’m going to get the book i have a feeling it may be a bit of rewriting history to coincide with the now like the Elvis movie which i will reject with quest love at the helm i hope not- I’ve read some excerpts in rolling stone looked ok but poor dear sly was not ok for years - has his memory held up? I’ve read joel Selvin s book i want to take you higher as well both are excellent, but i plan to read this as it seems to be his swan song at 80 to set a record straight- I’m hoping his health holds up I’m glad he’s back in any way at all❤

[@blipco5]

There was nobody who didn’t like Sly's music. Everybody loved Sly And The Family Stone.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Oh Yes! TRUTH INDEED AMEN 🙏

[@simplenough]

Racists didn’t

[@1blastman]

His impact on my life still lasts. I remember seeing the band at the Electric Circus on St. Mark's Place and later on at the Fillmore East. Great days, great times. At the time it was an opportunity for all of us to see a multi-racial, dual gender band make it big. Sly was very inclusive; we would write in singing or solo parts for all of his musicians. It really felt like a whole family band.

[@Stephanie-vn6ir]

That's not true, I'm a child of the late 60s and early 70s, and I can't stand Sly Stone's Music or the Beatles!!👎🤮

[@1blastman]

@@Stephanie-vn6ir Hi Stephanie, I'm curious to know what music from that era you did like. Everyone has different musical tastes, what are yours?

[@wargeocarl]

Sly's children come off as wonderfully normal, strong and kind. A reflection of what Sly is really like inside.

[@dmunz7015]

Very astute observation, I picked up on that as well. The daughter in the middle is the child he shares with the late trumpeter Cynthia Robinson.

[@helenatube]

They do seem like good people. That said, I also can see how they were affected by his drug use as children, and how the daughter in the middle uses humor to get through tough memories.

[@rs-ki1mx]

@wargeocarl u said it beautifully & ur comment assures me that Sly strived to live for his children that he loves so much. the souls of Sky’s children exude thru all technology & I think Sly wanted his music to give humans that same gift: BE YOURSELF AS A GIFT TO THE WORLD!

[@billw1266]

I saw Sly in Ithaca, N.Y. In 1968 at the Boxcar, a very small venue made from two boxcars right after Dance to the Music was released. To see Sly and the Family Stone in such an intimate setting was an incredible experience. Best concert I’ve ever been to.

[@mikeyc7072]

I’m from Ithaca - Sly at the Boxcar🤯🎶🎤🎸🥁🤯!! I was born to late for 1968.

[@324cmac]

I saw the band in Berkeley, CA in an outdoor concert at night in perfect weather in the early 1970s and it had the same effect on me. It was the best concert I've ever been to (and I've been to many). I was up close and the music was transformative. I still get flashbacks of I Wanna Take You Higher like it's happening now (and I wasn't on any drugs). Sly Stone's music is just as good today as it was back then.

[@AnthonyAvery]

Darn. I'm near Ithaca & way too young to have been there; but would have loved to.

[@billw1266]

@@324cmac Ah! Sproul Plaza, Mario Savio, Free Speech Movement, People’s Park. The glory days. A few years before your concert, but still…. I assume Sly opened with Dance to the Music, as he did in Ithaca. “I’m going to add some bottom/ so the dancers just won’t hide.” Brought the house down, and the pulsating beat didn’t stop until the end of the entire performance. My son always says I lived in a much more exciting time in terms of music, civil rights and cultural change. I said yes, but we also had Vietnam.

[@goldbrick2563]

Awesome

[@whizbang7130]

Loved this band and the message of unity. Truly the best music many of us grew up in. Still have the album 😊😊😊😊😊

[@brownbagz]

Amen!!!

[@hollygolightly7475]

He’s made me smile and dance for 55 years! The funkiest on the planet! With his message of love and peace ❤

[@1blastman]

We sure need that unity today.

[@Muhdah1972]

I'm glad he's still around and his beautiful children protect him. It's a comfort to see he had family he can trust. Bless him ❤

[@nasimaali9646]

I can’t wait to read his memoir because Sly was a musical genius and definitely lived a LIFE!!

[@marilyn48ful]

It was nice to hear that Sly is still with us, so sad he let drugs cut his music career in half. Hope he knows how talented he was.

[@lwmson]

His reign was brief but he was one of the most influential musicians ever. He was the first to fuse r&b, funk, rock and pop and in doing made music that was universally appealing. He and his band were actually the prototype for Prince.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed

[@user-ef1oh1dd4k]

Sly is the man,nobody close to how hip and riotous he was,a pure singer,no auto tune needed.

[@OddWoz]

The fact that he isn’t credited more and appreciated more is a crime. There is no other like Sly and the music he created stands above even to this day. A master.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed AMEN

[@jennajobasiaz5559]

Yes yes, a true genius. People take for granted where so much music comes from, SLY STONE created, invented music that didnt exist. He's not given the credit but for those that know, SLY STONE CREATED HIP-HOP, he is the one. GIL SCOTT HERON is right there with him. Tremendously talented, actual musicians. Theyre the true superstars.

[@ScottDillinger-pi3ut]

He was so far ahead of his time. I still put on my "best of" CD and start dancing all thru the house

[@1blastman]

It's also great music to play on long drives to relatives during the holidays.

[@bingo1232]

From this piece… I’m tingling. I saw THE MAN Sly at Woodstock. We were wet and sleepy (at 3 AM?); Sly came on a got us ALL dancing!!!! Our gang… El Funkster, me, Groover, and BIG TIME… all know that Sly reached way deep inside his guts and brought forth the music. Bless you, bless you, my brother… your memory & legacy may & do live on in my heart forever!!!!!(and many others dig this same Sly thing too)!!!!!!!

[@ZackSkylerMedia]

Sly Stone’s music was a gift to people everywhere. Talent from another planet. One of a kind. I’m glad he’s four years clean. Thanks for this piece.

[@sallyr.6891]

Happy to hear this update and that he has good people around him.

[@Spiritualfamilyreunion]

I love this band, this man's music and the message it gave to me and other female musicians! There would have never been Prince without Sly Stone. Singing his songs is honorable.

[@kevinhunter9471]

Yes Prince was heavily influenced by Sly … with the makeup of his band with both interracial and male and female members

[@hollygolightly7475]

Sly was the first , the best, and the greatest, I’m just so glad he’s still here❤

[@troygaspard6732]

That he has survived is unbelievable.

[@gregdahlen4375]

surprising since he apparently had major drug problems which in many cases cut life short

[@angelinamclaughlin-heil]

That daughter in the middle seems so strong- sounds to me like she saved his life.

[@Bob-ir2bj]

"The blood's thicker than the mud"

[@adventuresinmoodcitypod2000]

Genius

[@hollygolightly7475]

That’s Cynthia’s daughter with him

[@isidorembianda7504]

Sounds like the guardian of the family...the matron

[@embossed64]

Sly still being alive and kicking makes my day.

[@lindaredwood-kahn8143]

A child of the 60's growing up in SF, saw him and his amazing band MANY times. Sly brought the funk like no other, still one of my favs!! Go Sly, go!

[@INeedABlessingNow]

The man is really fortunate to still be alive. He is truly blessed.

[@justiceguru100]

You'll have to ask him about that.

[@daimonmarioperez9501]

A LIVING LEGEND. So happy to see him alive to receive his flowers 💐

[@sunshinegirl1655]

If there are any of Sly's family that are reading this and still have contact with him please tell him that his music is still being enjoyed by alot of people today. Thank you, you have forever fans. Can't wait to read the book. Hope there is also a audible version ❤

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Yes,Truth Indeed AMEN 🙏

[@hollygolightly7475]

Yes please tell him i love him❤❤ and stay well

[@mililaniman]

"Family Affair" was the number one song in the country when I was born. The music of Sly and The Family Stone will always resonate with me as a child of the seventies.

[@anitajones7090]

“As long as Sly Stone is breathing, I consider that, OK”. Wow, they’re all so guarded of him, but I am so glad that he is getting his rightfully due “flowers”. My husband is one of SLY’s biggest fans. We’ve been married for 31 years and dated 9 before we got married, and it has always been Sly. Thank you Falettinme be Mice Elf Again 🫶🏾

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed AMEN 🙏

[@hollygolightly7475]

Yes god bless him he made it to 80❤

[@eddiemachetti6862]

Sly Stone is a wizard who came to earth to share music. Thanks!

[@thomasaronson6482]

Sly and the Family Stone and Jimi Hendrix must have been one of the best concert tours ever. God bless you Sly, you are greatly appreciated , thanks for your music

[@LarryGonzalez00]

While a DJ in the early 60's Sly produced a band called The Beau Brummels. Their hit "Laugh Laugh" was the first top 40 folk rock hit by an American group (before The Byrds). Wherever you are Sly, thank you and be happy.

[@daydayh7671]

😮😮😮😮Wow! As in from The Flintstones Cartoon. OMG. I'm a Gen X Baby, 1970.

[@LarryGonzalez00]

@@daydayh7671 Yup, Sly Stone (fits, doesn't it) produced the Beau Brummelstones.

[@daydayh7671]

@@LarryGonzalez00 🤣❤️❤️👍🏾

[@sharksport01]

Folk??? That song was more Beatles than the Beatles.

[@LarryGonzalez00]

@@sharksport01 Maybe, but it was the beginning of the genre that became known as folk rock. They were the first American band to have a hit in that style. Then The Byrds hit number one and lots of acts (Mamas and Papas, The Turtles, Simon and Garfunkel, Sonny and Cher, etc.) followed.

[@mandcbruce]

Man I LOVED the Summer of Soul doc. The segment devoted to Sly and the Family Stone grabbed me. It was revelatory and infectious and I couldn't watch it enough. Thank u, Quest!

[@lynemac2539]

Fabulous film!

[@cantstop-wontstop2138]

@mandcbruce The crazy part was seeing Stevie Wonder playin the drums

[@catalandustin51]

I've watched that doc at least 5 times, it's so good. I got chills when I heard everyday people for the first time in the doc.

[@davidmccall4776]

News of Sly being clean is the best I've had in a long long time! I don't think he really knows how much he's loved, not just here in the States, but all over the world! Hang in there Sly, we all want you to live another 80yrs! May God bless and reward you with peace, love, good health, and happiness, for all the joy and happiness you've brought us. ✌

[@HenriettaHudson-we4wv]

THANKS FOR YOUR MUSIC, SLY!!! GLAD THAT YOU'RE 80!!!

[@ilovephotography1254]

Sly's music has given me much joy. I hope today that joy has found him.

[@fennyellis3366]

Love it! I was brought up with his music...brings back memories of being a little girl listening to Everday People and thinking how revolutionary it was... Thanks Mom!!❤

[@sonjaistheone4614]

My dad had his album and loved it!

[@meatpockets]

Great story! I’m 40, but grew up listening music like this because my dad would only listen to WRXT in Chicago. I’m so glad they are still on the air and still playing playing these songs.

[@SoniT]

Same! I grew up listening to this music because my parents listened to the oldies stations. They came of age in the '60s so that was their music.

[@davidrice6724]

Love, Love, LOVE the music of Sly and the Family Stone!

[@sherylmoss642]

My apologies phone issues Thank you Quest Love for bringing Sly's story to fruition to show the young people where a lot of great music originated God bless Sly's children for being very loving and supportive children I believe God's amazing grace and mercy as well as his children have kept him alive Would to see him on stage again Loved his concerts ❤️

[@paulbunch5657]

I'm 65. White. I loved Sly and his music! Still do! Thanks for an update on my man Sly!😎

[@jondaburg4424]

👏Plain and Simple…American Musical Icon … who's style of music was Infectious and Timeless… Thank you "Sly" for letting us BE OURSELVES AGAIN👏

[@bradleyjjohnson]

I love Sly & the Family. Incredible music. 😉

[@hockeyman1054]

Dude was a musical prodigy at 5 years old. That is epic. The Woodstock performance was over the top and my personal favorite song of theirs is "Stand." As a former coronet player, I was always mesmerized by the horn work the group put in. Love em'. Always have...

[@gregberke6772]

Kudos to Sly & the Family Stone for creating great music and memories. I listen to this day enjoy, dance and reminisce . Peace brother peace to ya !

[@ChuckSchickx]

I'm 65. Some of my earliest memories of Sly and the Family Stone are from AM radio. The music and messages in the music definitely spoke to me. They still do. The music is positive and uplifting. I look forward to reading this book. Thank you Sly.❤️

[@craigharrell7144]

Surprised they didn't show footage from Woodstock. They were on effing FIRE during their set.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

“Everyday People” is a very personal favorite along with “Family Affair” as a millennial in my early thirties. I have such an appreciation for the oldies, classic rock, and so forth. They don’t make music nowadays like they used to. ✨ Being a former foster child/teen and ultimately adopted opened me up to so many things including various types of music becoming well rounded. Thanks to the many who had a hand in my upbringing, especially my adopted mom who recently not too long ago passed. Whom I miss so deeply & very much, she’ll always be the mom, I never had. 💔❤️‍🩹💔Wishing Sly the absolute continuous best.✨

[@energyasylum997]

Sly is STILL WITH US! A HUGE INFLUENCE ON FUNK!

[@aaronribnicky9917]

A musical genius whose art continues to make life better ❤

[@andydixon2980]

Sly Stone's music is beautiful, alot of love in there. His crowd chanting at the 1969 Woodstock festival must have been pure magic for everyone there. HIGHER!!!!!

[@barbaradonley1527]

Sly"s music is timeless and still has a revelant message.

[@Liberal_US_Army_Vet]

Saw them in 1973 in Puerto Rico...they blew the stage with their powerful music, a timeless band with a very innovative sound.

[@daynasafranek7807]

Sly and The Family Stone made music that just made you feel good. So proud of him on his sobriety and I wish him the very best! 😊

[@perspicaciouscritic]

Can we all just take a moment to acknowledge the thought that goes into creating the Sunday Morning illustrations that appear at the end of each and every post?

[@SPAZZYok]

Sly at Woodstock blew the damn roof off the show. "I wanna take you HIGHER!!!" (check it out)

[@pjmlegrande]

Only a man of generous spirit could write those songs. Loved Sly and the Family Stone back in the day and now, at 75, I’ll still listen (and dance) to the music now and then. I wish him and his family well.

[@rodneybryant1577]

Sly & the Family Stone…the most influential group of my youth. At 8 years old they shaped my politics, my attire and my cultural and world perspective. I can’t say enough about the importance of 🎼Everyday People🎼 and how it changed me when I first heard it on the radio. 🎼 There’s a Riot Going on🎼 was the very first album I ever purchased. Yea, they were EVERYTHING!

[@oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164]

Always loved the great fun music he made. Everyone sang and danced to his Music for decades.

[@racourdav]

What a talent, Sly AND ALL the Family Stone! Wishing him well and thanks for the music

[@ninamc6116]

Everyone loved them when we were kids. Sly was so talented. I’m glad he’s around. He brought a lot of joy to people 🎸🎤🎶🎵

[@nisselarson3227]

Sly and obviously, Larry Graham made a huge impact on this young bass player in the 1990's, I had no idea this guy even survived the 1970's.

[@marciapruchinsky5897]

He is absolutely incredible....What a talent!!

[@rickmontgomery3037]

Really enjoyed this video, but the very last line sure sums it up for me: "As long as Sly's breathing on this Earth, I consider that OK." And so do I, thanks Sly for all the great music!!! 👍

[@alangray9117]

Still since I was a little kid I loved his music. I still love his message through his music. He's loved by me for one.❤

[@DanielMulloy-bg6gw]

Sly had the most beautiful smile, he lit up the world!

[@creamnsugar6771]

I love you Sly Stone, growing up with your music was meaningful and fun all at the same time. ...bless you sir.

[@mikeyc7072]

It really doesn’t get any better than Sly and The Family Stone💕

[@xelamercedes]

That's what I call a feel good story. I wondered whatever happened to Sly. Warms heart to know that his family (or should I say families?) did not desert him. Thank you, Sly for the groove you lent my adolescence.

[@horseygurl143]

One of the world's groovy people! And from everyday people, too! Respect! His music and style taught me to love music and the arts!!! Many thanks!!! Luv ya, Sly!

[@steveconn]

I wondered what happened to Sly Stone, wonderful artist. Mom played Everyday People all the time. His biracial band a clear influence on Prince. Glad his daughters looked out for this visionary. Look forward to Sly's memoir!

[@jefflewis4]

Drugs is what happened to Sly, he doesn't really comunicate well anymore, thats why he declines interviews. The last interview he did when he was living in the camper van he was pretty much incoherent. Really I think his family shields him from the public, its probably for the best. His family is doing a good job protecting him, and his legacy. But I'm sure it was major challenge putting this memoir together. He's still fighting to get some of his royalties, the memoir should get him some badly needed funds. But without him doing interviews and public appearances its going to be harder to sell.

[@aaroncrilly2005]

So happy to hear hes doing great at the moment

[@barrykochverts4149]

One key element that shouldn't be forgotten is Sly's voice. An unmistakable bass-baritone that could be as smooth as flan or crunchy as a bowl of Cheetohs.

[@reedykat30]

Agreed!!!

[@chrishackett554]

The Woodstock performance was a show stopper highlight of that festival. It’s a must see.

[@SoniT]

Sly! I still listen to Sly and the Family Stone's music to this day. ❤

[@georgeandy6923]

I was just recently thinking about Sly Stone, and wondering how he was doing. So glad to hear that he is doing well and surrounded by his loving family members. Also glad to hear about his new book! He is certainly Blessed!!

[@richardlindquist5936]

His music brought people together. What great stuff!

[@ryangies4798]

Sly tried to get it together and tour with the original Family Stone band about 15 years ago. I think maybe one or two actually happened but it soon fell apart. With someone like Sly, you need to set expectations down to the floor. Hope someone puts together a documentary film of the band with all these vintage clips from back in the day. Wish you well Sly!

[@theelvisguru9490]

It wasn’t the original band. I saw that your in the uk. It was pretty grim

[@richardoliver1303]

When I met you in the 70's you were a great inspiration. You always have been!

[@tbwatch88]

have loved him for forever: and if you ever find yourself down, fresh out of hope, put on his greatest hits and you'll be all right again. magic, he is--and a genius beyond.

[@hepcat5199]

What a super cool cat. He gave the world some GREAT music. Great to know he’s alive and appears to have some children that love him looking after him. I wish him and his family all the best.

[@barbarabonnette2705]

Not only did I love his music….it had a message, and I loved it then and I love it now.

[@ggjohnson5754]

I've always loved his music. Definitely want to hear his new stuff!!

[@tafimutekwe2855]

One of the musical wonders of the 21st century. Drug fueled yet still able to make classic masterpieces surely only a genius can do that. His influence to other great artists is enormous and even the late rock icon Prince even molded his life and career around Sly Stone.May the illusive Family-man Stone live out the last of his illustrious years on earth in complete and dignified peace.

[@pseudoname3159]

So much great music infused with a great message from Sly. Sobriety is an accomplishment on it's own for those who've struggled with substances. He truly is a musical icon.🤘🏼

[@1blastman]

If you're fortunate to have the revelation, one "graduates" from drugs and gets to experience the clean high of just living.... no coke, no fet, no oxy, no acid, no pot, no alcohol, no vap, no cigs........ It's amazing how much better life is when one is clean and sober. I don't regret my past life, because it led me to this one. I hope Sly is experiencing the same natural high.

[@mikkifarmer9626]

Sly Stone is a musical pioneer and trailblazer who influenced hundreds if not thousands of artists.

[@ritabosnich9974]

When I was growing up in the 60s 70s in San Francisco, his music was so great, it was changing the world. And I loved that about him and his band. I’m glad he’s still here. I still listen to his music.

[@RobertBeerbohm]

Luv ya Sly. Your music kept me sane back in the day

[@anthonyjohnson9403]

The greatest band there ever was. They also made the greatest song there ever was; Stand. The lyrics to that song are the greatest lyrics there ever were. Sly dominated the original Woodstock, live and on vinyl. This band always partied hardier than anyone else and with stronger messages than anyone else. The Beatles and Elvis had nothing on this band. Did I mention they were my all time favorites?

[@programmingchicago]

One of the greatest bands ever!

[@Kolorboyux1wb]

I WILL ALWAYS LOVE SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE! As a teenager growing up in WATTS in the 1960s , their music got our PARTIES STARTED! That’s why 60 years later I’m still a POSITIVE HUMAN BEING, because of the messages that SLY and his great band were producing for us TEENAGERS! They weren’t putting out negative music! ALL THEIR MUSIC WAS ABOUT LOVE, PEACE and WOODSTOCK! BELLBOTTOMS , and RHINESTONES!

[@Ambassador055]

Right. Perhaps the message was even better than the music

[@djtdub1]

Sly was like a shooting star across the musical sky.

[@large42]

You could always surmise that Sly was a nice person in there somewhere. He was very manerly and respectful, good family. Great talent.

[@jrcenteno1896]

Sly and the family Stone are absolutely legendary!

[@blairchatmon3612]

Most young people never have heard of the best entertain and genius in Sly Stone.His music set a style that many copied and immatated.From Funk,to Gospel,to Pop,he was a innovator of.