Tragic Details Found In Tom Petty's Autopsy Report

A legend of rock and roll, Tom Petty formed his band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers shortly after his stint with a group called Mudcrutch failed to gain a following. Their first album was released in 1976, and it marked the beginning of an incredible career for the musician. Not only did his band put out 13 studio albums, but he had three of his own solo albums. Petty was truly a rock star to the very end. He sadly died shortly after going on tour for his band’s 40th anniversary. But how exactly did it happen? These are the tragic details found in Tom Petty’s autopsy report.
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[@GrungeHQ]

What was your favorite performance by Tom Petty?

[@anthonymorales842]

The US festival good heavens what a performance

[@donnahilton471]

Refugee!!!

[@lancerx1759]

Farm Aid in the 80s

[@oatnoid]

Most of them.

[@lancerx1759]

@@oatnoid Agreed !!!!

[@jeffamburgey7485]

All of the "issues" aside, the body of art that Tom Petty leaves us is more than most could accomplish in 10 lifetimes. RIP Tom, you were magnificent, period.

[@elyshadawson7517]

Indeed! 🎶 🖤☮️

[@myawsum14]

His music will live on for decades.

[@matthewburris769]

Other than "let me up I've had enough'" or "The Last DJ".

[@Ottophil]

@@matthewburris769 last dj rocks

[@NancyLynn]

Totally, Jeff....he was just damn BRILLIANT!

[@seanyuke3249]

Pain. Mental issues. Addiction. Happens to far too many of us. At the end of the day, Tom Petty was and is a legend. He gave far more than he took. And he is sadly missed.

[@jenniferdow5733]

So fucking true, on every issue!

[@chrishardy2185]

Killer, and on point .....

[@PeterBulka-nf3rn]

Amen, fuk I’m 51 sitting here hoping to not be sick for my 2 daughters coming home from their mother’s in 6 hours first thing in the morning- Petty was a beautiful gift from God above to us and many millions of other people who needed him to make life just a bit better ❤️❤️

[@BrassyBrunette]

I grew up in the 70's and 80's...Petty was a staple. I still go WAY back every time one of his tunes comes up. ❤️

[@wellintended783]

No doubt one of the few who returns me to a kid again if only for a moment still uplifting. Peace ✌

[@cdd4248]

To a time where anything was possible! That's what I think about when listening to TP today.

[@mercurialpierrot7073]

He also was a staple in the 90s.

[@DMSProduktions]

I thought he was a singer/song writer?

[@wellintended783]

@@DMSProduktions Nice lol

[@oddanneout]

Saw him at Forest Hills on the last tour. As a Nurse I could tell that it would be his last tour. He was clearly in pain. I think it was about keeping his word and going out with his boots on. There’s dignity in that. And even though he was in pain, he was doing the work that he loved. He was an amazing person. RIP, condolences to the family.

[@DoctorSess]

The combinations of drugs that caused his death could kill someone even in perfect health.

[@metalmamasue3680]

I'm a disabled RN, I've had pain for decades. I worked for years in pain. I have 16 screws in my back now and had to stop working awhile ago after 20 yrs as a nurse. I don't want to assume I know how he felt. But for me, it's about defining who I am on MY terms. NOT on being disabled's terms or pain's terms. Because screw that. I decide WHO I am & HOW I want to be remembered when my time is up. I still do what I can every day, it's not nearly what I used to be able to accomplish, but I'm definitely NOT a spring chicken 🐔 anymore either 😄. I'm also looking at my 25th surgery soon to fix my R Achilles tendon, it never ends 🤦‍♀️ I definitely understand if he wanted to just get through this tour and *then* deal with his hip which I'm SURE was very painful. If he was on a few different meds for pain/anxiety you do get a tolerance over the years so you need more than others would for it to work well enough, it's not hard to take more than you should, especially if your pain is getting worse & worse. RIP Tom Petty 💖😎🤘🏻 Thanks for the music and the memories, you are sadly missed.

[@Harry_PP030]

We were there too, came for Peter Wolf who opened the show. He and his band were fabulous, Tom Petty and the HB were very disappointing. We didn't know he was sick, but we saw something was wrong.....

[@dbspecials1200]

Right. it wasn't performing that killed him, it was the opiates that he got some relief from. what if my employer told me it might kill him to keep me employed? but Tom didn't have the heart to wrap it up and send everyone scattering. he was the real deal.

[@bybassman1842]

@@DoctorSessso what?

[@commonman317]

The Wildflowers album...so thankful for that.

[@julianaylor4351]

When a good musician and composer dies, the music carries on living. RIP Tom Petty.

[@kimberlybeeson3613]

Yes it does.

[@ldolphin34]

Amen.

[@meyerj75]

Gone much too soon in my opinion.

[@whollymindless]

Long live the music.

[@carrier7399]

So many lost souls-- very sad, indeed.

[@Bogey907]

I still listen to him nearly every day. He's the soundtrack of my life.

[@carolynwright2132]

Same

[@roses72141]

His voice is so calming. I love Tom. I saw him in 2014. I really got into his music then as I was going through some personal struggles. ( I was a kid in the 80s so I didn't appreciate him back then ) . Just 3 years later after my first Petty concert, my bf told me he died. I got so sad like as if a family member passed. His music 🎵 will live on. Wildflowers forever 💙 🌸💐🌻💐

[@roses72141]

@@carolynwright2132 💜

[@jerrys2745]

I am older than Tom Petty, but honestly I would say that he was the most influncial musician of my entire life. Tom Petty RIP.

[@jeremyscout3464]

Tom Petty was one of my father's favorites. 3 and a half weeks ago my dad went into sudden cardiac arrest after a heart attack at home. None of us in the family knew he was dealing with significant heart disease. Even though he was on disability he continued to work a few days a week doing lawn maintenance with his friend for cash to help my mother work less because of her own health related issues. This past Sunday he passed away after 5 days of being removed from a ventilator. My father never went to a doctor. He just pushed through whatever was bothering him. My father didn't drink, smoke or use drugs. He was just a couple weeks away from his 69th birthday. You never know when your time will come.

[@charlottecoolik9872]

I'm really sorry

[@paulustarsus]

May your father be celebrating with the saints and angels and may you find some solace and healing through Tom Petty's music. 👊🇮🇪💚☘🔥🎸

[@thisoldboat7393]

Because doctors work for the enemy pharmaceutical companies instead of empowering people with knowledge about our ailments that can mostly be easily remedied with lifestyle changes

[@blue-calla]

I’m so sorry, Jeremy. 🤗

[@A2Z2REAL]

Curious....was he vaxed? Booster recently?

[@SpookMrsSpooky]

I'm crying. I still have not gotten over losing him. Rest In Peace, Tom Petty. God rest your soul.

[@Jiv_Ing57819]

Went so quick n gone so suddenly it happened n then that’s how we knew him, he was Tom Petty ,:-0

[@wyleneedwards]

I'll be crying about Tom Petty' s death until I die. He was my favorite singer and Song writer

[@danielevans5864]

Same. And will when John Mellencamp passes.

[@claudeedgarruest6212]

I still play many of his songs..they fit my tastes and skills so well. They are my favorites ever in the thousands of tunes i played. I think bout him a lot.

[@gobigrey9352]

I have tears rollin around in my eyeballs too. We all lost a family member when Tom died.

[@WhimsicalOutdoorAdventures]

Tom Petty was like a father figure to me. His music is all I had at times and he kept me company when I was alone. He is a LEGEND. Got to see him perform on May 25, 1994 and I'll never forget it

[@allikatt777]

Over 4 yrs and I'm still crying over Tom 💔 I feel a little guilty having seen him in Berkeley about a week before he died. He didn't have to go out on tour. I really wish he had gotten that hip replacement and stayed home, not felt so obligated to everyone. 💔 But that's how he rolled.

[@DarcieGlam]

It was so sad to find out that Tom Petty continued on performing with a broken hip because he didn't want to disappoint his fans and crew. My heart goes out to his family. Thank you Tom for the many years of joy and happiness you brought us.

[@brianwest2775]

So sad the the band and others couldn't convince him to take a break. I assume that they saw the risk of him taking pain meds in order to perform with a cracked hip. Sad. :(

[@bjohnson8065]

What's more sad is that he'd still be here today probably if he would have gotten the hip surgery. But, as was said, he didn't want to disappoint fans or his band members. He needed to be like old willie and just sit in a chair and sing and play guitar

[@arribaficationwineho32]

All he needed was a hip replacement.

[@joebuba7186]

@@arribaficationwineho32 its not as easy said done. I to suffer with some these injuries, and did the pain meds but quit. Its called live with it. Older is not easy on operations There's too much complication At risk. I choose live with it. Too bad Petty didn't see it. But addiction thats something

[@jackgardner2468]

As the man stated: "you never slow down, you never grow old." R.I.P. brother. You lived your life on your terms. Thanks for being an inspiration to all of us.

[@maplebones]

Sounds like he lived his life on heroin's terms. Nobody can serve 2 masters.

[@jackgardner2468]

@@maplebones he had a drug problem. Yes. Doesn't taint his legacy or the outstanding music he produced. End of the story.

[@bascomhillband]

@@jackgardner2468

[@mesolithicman164]

How much of the music came from heroin dreams? That casts a shadow over it for me. The Beatles in their golden days weren't H addicts. Lennon had problems later, but not then. Why I'd it so many rockers lack the moral courage to avoid hard drugs? And still people idolise them?

[@jackgardner2468]

@@mesolithicman164 drugs are drugs and you're dreaming if you think the Beatles werent high or drunk all the time. They made an album based solely about drugs and furthermore, comparing Tom petty to the Beatles? Seriously? How the Beatles ever got popular precludes me but Tom petty had this thing called "talent"

[@Douglas-up2vh]

I'm 60 and grew up in high school listening to Tom Pety...A Great artists that will be dearly missed...RIP TOM

[@SuzyQ334]

So sad. As a Brit, I was a late fan of Tom's - I fell in love with him when he played with the Travelling Wilburys, a band of internationally acclaimed musicians who had already left their mark on the world of rock so had nothing left to prove. They were such a fun, relaxed and mega-talented band. And Tom had the loveliest smile. I seem to remember reading that the legacy of a horrible childhood left him vulnerable to low self-esteem, hence the extreme drug use. I think Tom's parents have a lot to answer for actually.

[@15gilsonrd]

Such a tremendous loss in the world of music. Every time I hear one of his songs now, I get a little ‘pang’ of sadness when I realize he is actually gone. RIP, Tom. You are gone way too soon, but your music will live on forever! 😢💔🙏🏻

[@mesolithicman164]

Don't you visualizer a guy sticking a needle in his arm or puffing on a crack pipe when you listen to his music?

[@josephprovencher6345]

@@mesolithicman164 I always pictured him smoking a joint! I was born in 74 and didn't really get into his music back then but grew to appreciate it and him through out the years although I never disliked him.

[@sourceawry4035]

@@mesolithicman164 , when you visit your parents do you visualize them doing what they did to make you? I've made my point.

[@gailboyle7613]

@@josephprovencher6345 Me too I always thought he was a puffer.

[@kevinwest3689]

@@mesolithicman164 Perspective. Perhaps your comment shows just how great Tom Petty was. I mean besides his music will be played for all eternity and he will never be forgotten and is loved by thousands and thousands and thousands of people. Even you watch the video. And who are you again? What can you do? When you die, what percentage of the entire planet will mourn your death? I hope it's a lot, you know because you're such a straight shooter. Or like a snowflake, perfect beautiful delicate unique clean innocent. Okay that's a fancy way to say, you probably can't get laid, but hey at least you got the comment section, that's something right? 👍

[@cindyb8775]

I cannot imagine how this man suffered. How he survived as long as he did with such injuries, and coped is a testament to his strength and will. Love him. RIP Tommy Petty. Will never ever forget you

[@larrywalter6476]

Hi Cindy how are you doing

[@linda6987]

He’s still here, just in a different form AND we have his music!

[@bigballz4u]

I'm all for romanticizing the departed but there's nothing romantic about drug dependency. That tour wouldn't have happened without the painkillers.

[@mesolithicman164]

Er, how is becoming addicted to heroin to deal with your divorce any kind of strength. It's the opposite, and only possible when you've hot more money than sense.

[@chickey333]

I had both hips go out at the same time and the pain and hell of that sneaks up on you slow at first than at break neck speed. The day to day things like putting on socks to standing up and walking went from just bearable to constant pain and agony and that lasted three years. I finally said yes to two new hips and the only regret I had was not saying yes much sooner. If you need new hips get them. There's not much to it now a days. It's a new lease on life you'll never regret.

[@fatboyrowing]

One of my all time favorites. In the 1970’s disco was dominating the airwaves…. But Tom Petty was still rockin’. He is missed very much.

[@leighanncronin6905]

He's from my hometown, that I still live in. I graduated from the same High School, Gainesville High. His memory is everywhere in this town...Even University of Florida...the fans sing his songs during the games. He's a Legend...RIP TP❣

[@leighanncronin6905]

@@andrewglazier5294 OMG, yes! We used to go there after the games! I still make the "Asher Special" breakfast at home!

[@imaneblaze]

I still listen to "free falling" "american girl" and I won't back down almost everday. rip tommy we miss you.

[@anniegillespie7935]

And I'll put on my party dress!

[@jerryw6699]

all of them and refugee

[@ksullivan728]

She's a good girl, loves her mama Loves cheeses and America, too

[@jenniferhcsmith-5586]

His music will always be there.

[@imaneblaze]

@@jerryw6699 Oh yeah. Refugee has a sick guitar beat. I love it.

[@jeffreyparks2371]

And he didn’t disappoint his fans. Caught his final tour in Tampa May 2017. A true gentleman’s performance, back home where it all started. “And part of me you carry, Part of me is gone.” Thanks for the memories , from my youth to my 50’s, TP. 😢

[@Qwazier3]

I caught the Mountain Jam tour in New York that May. He headlined it. Gotta say I gasped when he came out. You could tell he was in pain and highly medicated. Gave a great shoe though. Miss him much.

[@teritadloclk7102]

You said it all. 😔

[@teritadloclk7102]

Many of Tom's songs were the songs of my life. May he rest in sweet peace.

[@deejaye2647]

Saw him in Napa at Bottle Rock Festival in May of that last tour. A few short months later he was gone.

[@tonyasmom]

I had the unexpected pleasure of a surprise meeting with Tom Petty and his band during a meal break backstage. They couldn't have been more kind, thoughtful and decent people. I grew up listening to Tom and the Heartbreakers, and each album seems to remind me of different times in my life. He is greatly missed by fans everywhere.

[@rosemarierubano5894]

He was one of the greats. I have immortalized him every time I hear him on my radio. Noone else like him and the Heartbreakers.

[@christopherthomas6336]

It's been a rough few years we lost some rock icons. What's really sad is there not being replaced no one has that talent

[@jl3322]

Once the Stones and Zep go Rock will officially be dead!

[@clairelivefreeordie2551]

Adam Lambert, Angelina Jordan, Lucy Thomas

[@gerguil]

No one today can really write songs. Today its assembly line music. Rock has been dead for years.

[@MARLEYFANcbr]

The music that is being promoted in media these days is by less talented people that get by on their image. There still are a lot of really talented artists all around, but you need to look elsewhere to find the good stuff.

[@ginajennings1664]

Tom Petty had an amazing talent and he is deeply missed. RIP Tom.

[@cherylwilliams6215]

What a shock. I didn't know and I attended one of his last shows. His body seemed stiff, but he accomplished his goal -the audience was ecstatic. It was an incredible show. So many hits! The crowd on their feet, dancing the entire time. My first record ever was Tom Petty. I played the B side Fooled Again again and again. I am saddened to learn he felt compelled to go on. He must not have beleive this would be his last tour, but to Tom: I thank you for the treasured memories.

[@77clem]

Saw him on his final tour on May 17th, 2017, at the University of Illinois in Champaign Illinois. I am SO glad I did! I was completely shocked when I heard of his death. I was driving home from work and had to pull off the road to compose myself. God bless him!

[@gericalstoy835]

Long live Tom Petty!! 💘🎩 I still can't believe he's no longer with us, but the legendary music will live forever. 💘🎩

[@marys1534]

Yes, he was always my husband's favorite!!

[@GuitarHeroPhenomSux]

"I can't hold out forever, even walls fall down." R.I.P. Tom Petty

[@Sheracross]

I love him And I miss him

[@carfincap]

Wow @Hugh Jass Seeing so many of these old souls tell us they need to leave after they’re gone lately. He lived for his art. It’s why the hip the pain. And then he had to be free. He exited before all hell broke loose. Right as the hate Wall was going up to jail immigrant children.

[@carfincap]

@Hugh Jass LOFL

[@catherinelamprakes7516]

Tom Petty will forever be a legendary. Rest In Peace. You will forever be remembered and loved.

[@theshapeexists]

The man was the soundtrack to my life growing up. He was tremendously badass.

[@MrSmiley1964]

It broke my heart when I heard the news that Tom had died. And I hate that it was such a tragic death that I've lost too many friends to already. I never met him but having listened to his music so long it feels like I lost another friend. If you're in pain and you're taking that shit to cope please be careful, it's too easy to go push it too far, and nobody wants that.

[@____________aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

Tom Petty the heart breaker

[@lorimiller4301]

That's quite the large ...bird you have there. 😄🐓🤍

[@jnagarya519]

Most addicts fool themselves that they can handle it.

[@MrSmiley1964]

@@jnagarya519 I had a friend who got messed up with oxy 20 years ago. I saw what was happening and tried to talk to him. He was wasted, he laughed and said it was God. I knew then it was too late. Within 5 years his wife Oded and then him. Later the guy who got them hooked. There's been more but those two are the ones that really hurt me. They had so much going for them and lost it all.

[@frankmcnally01]

He was murdered by the mafia that control the music industry

[@ontogeny6474]

Was fortunate enough to catch a show of his at the Hollywood Bowl. A night to remember. Petty stayed true to rock-n-roll in a time when other genres were pushing ahead. He kept it cool -- he kept it real.

[@glentorn5362]

One of America's finest musician-songwriters. A brilliant musical legacy. Much loved and sorely missed.🕊

[@kittybitts567]

That's such a sad story! His music was superlative. I've been listening to him for more than 35 years and his music never gets old. God bless his soul. God bless and comfort his family. I pray he's at peace.

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

He was a very strong man. There's no way I'd be able to do what he did. He did a full concert in excruciating pain. I just don't know how he did that even with the pain medication. IT was very SAD when he died. He was an amazing performer. Rest In Peace TOM PETTY.❤️✝️.

[@jbrobertson6052]

You would be surprised at what oxycontin can do, you can be in agony and it would take that away and make you feel like a million bucks but you build a tolerance up to it really quick and then you find yourself doing 2-3 even 4 times as much . Just saying

[@chrissmith921]

Fentanyl is a hell of a painkiller

[@bryonkidder6199]

You understand he was on pain pills and wasn't feeling any pain?

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

@@bryonkidder6199 of course I understand that pain med's Are prescribed for pain. But AT some point THEY Will start to dissipate in your system. AT some point The pain WILL return Time AND Time again 🙂. This is why I said Even with the pain med's.🤷🏽

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

@@chrissmith921 even if a Dr prescribed me fentanyl, I'd be scared to take it. You hear about people dieing from fentanyl ALL the Time. But I guess if you're in that kinda pain what you gonna do 🤷🏽

[@repetitivemotion]

My band covers a lot of his songs. I never cared for his music as a young rocker, but once I started to play his songs I realized what a wonderful songwriter he was and I love playing his music

[@gmoodeed3573]

But you do not understand he chased the rush! And you are a performer?

[@jjhatnm]

Same!

[@johnnyseg754]

I'm there too. My band covers his music, and after researching TP's catalog, I've become impressed. Sadly, I wasn't a fan of his until very recently, but he is a very impressive performer. His spirit lives on in his music... In us, playing his music. RIP Tom Petty!

[@repetitivemotion]

@@gmoodeed3573 yes. Wise Guys Chicago rock band

[@Idela905]

So grateful for this info release. When someone dies of an OD it’s multilayered however the person is vilified. Most people are horrified and don’t want to talk about it. He was a beautiful, hard working artist who found his way to cope with pain. I’m sure he tried very hard . RIP

[@camerashy656]

Had the pleasure of seeing Tom and the band nine times starting in 1981 and every show was amazing

[@Crimepaysaskapolitician]

In 2010 my physician put me on pain killers for arthritis I literally had hundreds per month. I used till 2019, and finally managed with the grace of God to take myself off the meds. I didn't realize how dangerous painkillers are till I started hearing about people over dosing. My doctor never said a word.

[@flstffatboy3910]

Me too my friend congratulations you should be proud of yourself

[@Crimepaysaskapolitician]

@@flstffatboy3910 thank you I am. Believe me it wasn't a cake walk. Over those years he had me on Morphine suffer tabs to Butrans patches.,not all at once of course. We tried several meds. Yeah I consider myself lucky and will never take another pain med.

[@deborahcooney9326]

I too was addicted to pain killers for back pain. My doctor decided one day that he wasn't going to prescribe me anymore. Well...I managed to quit but trust me it was Not easy. RIP Tom Petty your music makes me happy and upbeat.

[@theboyisnotright6312]

Yes they are. I've had a 5 abdominal surgeries between 2009-2014. I needed the pain meds and glad for morphine. But even tho you need it it's like it sucks you in. At first I hated the effects of like hit flash and sweating and my skin would itch. But learned to like it . I was riding the edge of addiction. Last time I had them was 2018. I asked to be taken off them and we tried gabapentin which works ok, not as good as the Percocet but not half wasted all day. What worries me now is they have refused pain meds when people need them. Ya my arm is broke in 3 places and a cracked skull and the doc gives you Tylenol. 😒

[@WaningGibbous]

Big pharma gets the doctor to push these dangerous drugs :(

[@DavidLee-xi1of]

Like so many of us. Even in pain, we struggle to satisfy others. Loved his shows & videos of the 80s & 90s. RIP In peace Tom. You gave it all.

[@selwynkatz519]

A man of tremendous courage...keeping his fans happy no matter what...through such tremendous pain . Love his work ..and The Wilburys...Rest in peace Tom .🙏🕯️🙏🕯️

[@joemurdoch4138]

I would say Tom Petty is one of the greatest songwriters who ever lived. He had a huge volume of work with very few weak songs. It is a shame that in his efforts not to disappoint his fans, he gave them the ultimate disappointment, which is never seeing him on stage again, or putting out more music. I'm grateful that I got to see him twice in concert and that I will be enjoying his music until it's time for me to cross over.

[@craigjgomez]

I wouldn't call it disappointment. Artists always give back to the people who made their success possible. Tom was no different. But, you put the fans ahead of his family and the closest friends Tom ever had, The Heartbreakers and I find that disappointing. The reason this was the last tour was because of his devotion to his family. Part of that family were, Mike Campbell, Benmont Tench, Stan Lynch, Ron Blair, Howie Epstein, Scott Thurston and Steve Ferrone. I think grief stricken is how we fans are, not disappointed. I find it very sad to watch the very last performance at the Hollywood Bowl and see how he could barely walk across the stage. To know how much he suffered just so he could deliver one last time brings tears to my eyes. I don't believe Tom had any idea of the risk and danger he was in because it wasn't anything that happened from addiction or drug abuse. He simply was trying to mask the pain. I will always stand by my opinion that the two greatest American Rock Bands ever were, The Eagles and Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. I was lucky to work with both several times as a Stagehand and Production Manager. Tom Petty and Joe Walsh are the two coolest rockers and absolutely great people. Tom has left an incredible body of work for sure but, he has also left an emptiness inside of me that will never again be filled. Rather than dwell on exploitative videos like this one, I would rather remember Tom as we all knew him, one of the greatest live performers to ever grace a stage. RIP

[@shanebowers7902]

Tom petty and ELO, they were great bands

[@craigjgomez]

@@shanebowers7902 I said American. ELO is not American. If you want international, The Beatles are #1 undisputed. I'm talking strictly AMERICAN.

[@williamkramer9731]

@@craigjgomez I'd disagree with the beetles being the greatest.... They only spanned their period, and their evolution left current fans of the time period disappointed. Lennon largely struggled on his own as did Paul for a period of time. The beetles stayed big, sure, but the death of Lennon did wonders for modern popularity. Meanwhile an artist like Petty managed to reinvent and evolve himself to either remain relevant or regain peak relevance with new fans in a way the beetles never did, while remaining relevant and not alienating his core fan base. When I was in high school, you had your share of beetles fans still, but far more so, you had people jamming to Mary Jane's last dance and you don't know how it feels. Very few artists were able to continue making music and be relevant at the level Petty was through his whole career, even if they had more total sales of their biggest albums.

[@craigjgomez]

@@williamkramer9731 First of all, the fab four were not insects Kramer. Beat les put the emphasis on the beat of the music. A beetle is an insect. Secondly, since you can't spell the name, the rest of your comment must be dismissed as having no credibility. But, let me just say, I don't really give a s**t what you think because there are millions of people out there who line up behind me. More artists have covered Beatles songs than songs by anyone else and McCartney's "Yesterday" has been covered by more singers than any other song in history. So, go crawl back in that hole where you came from. It's my opinion fool and I don't care if you disagree.

[@ForeverSunny3]

I was so lucky to finally see tom petty the last time he was in Boston in 2017. Seriously the best concert ever.

[@zozepp8993]

I was there to Fleet Center was rocking that night hello from Lynn

[@ForeverSunny3]

Zo Zepp hello from Haverhill!

[@mattkingham7146]

The man was truly a inspiration to all of us who love Southern Rock n Roll ! May his music always live on . RIP Brother Tom 🙏🏻

[@lynnecarriemurphy3448]

But they always actually live in LA, Cali...now don't they?🤪

[@starseed462]

One of my favs and on my bucket list! His songs never get old and they snap you into a place and time when you first heard that song! He takes me on a stroll down memory lane! I wish I got to see him RIP 🪦

[@rtqii]

Tom is immortal, his work will never die.

[@sharonbyrd8625]

RIP Tom Petty. Loved the music

[@JohnWhite-qz1lr]

Hi 👋 there? How are you doing? Hope you’re fine and staying safe?

[@stephanieromano7357]

Became a big fan after his death! A little late here but I get how big of a loss to the world he was!! Absolutely a loss to us! ❤️

[@coyleigh]

Are you one of those idiots that want to hear a singer after their death? You people are fuckngbweird.Hey how about giving somebody a listen while they are a!ive.I mean really, what kind of music donyou.listen to? It can't be Rocky Too cause if it was you certainly wold have heard Tom Petty.

[@lynnefromthelake]

I so miss the man. I can't believe it has been so long. I cannot even tell you how many times I have seen him live. From the Orange Show in OC, to Pacific Amphitheatre, to I even think Devore. He never disappointed. I'm pretty sure we never saw him at Universal Amphitheatre. But it must have been at least 10 times at different venues around S. Cal.

[@BGM16]

Sometimes the brightest minds are the most fragile, we will always love you. RIP Tom Petty.

[@russellj.s.257]

Just days before he died I had just finished reading his biography,thank you Tom for that great music that got me through trying times . May you rest in peace.

[@realsinisterminister]

Whats his Biography called please?

[@stevenwilsonguitar]

@@realsinisterminister if I had to guess...probably Petty by Warren Zanes. Great book! Also the book Runnin' Down a Dream that accompanied the documentary is great too

[@elliotprice460]

@@realsinisterminister my life with Tom petty is a really good one, written by his first manager

[@jamescolvin575]

I was lucky to see Tom in 1977. Houston. It stands out as one of the more memorable shows I saw, and I saw a lot of them. When I heard Tom died, I was honestly saddened by the news. His life and his work touched a lot of people. He is and will be missed. His memory will live forever through the music he created. Thanks Tom. Rest in peace buddy.

[@edtaylor7067]

Loved his music so much he had a great way of bringing together his thoughts sound He is going to be missed. His music will be sung and listened to as long as there’s ROCKERS RIP

[@meyerj75]

He went on tour "as is" because he had all these fans paying huge amounts of money to see him on stage and didn't want to disappoint them all since he didn't know how much time he had left. That's one hell of a commitment!

[@jenniferhcsmith-5586]

Awesome work ethic. Very rare in this day in age.

[@Jake-mv7yo]

I get that but maybe as a compromise he could have sat in a chair for the concerts

[@MrSuperbluesky]

Maybe he didn’t care much about himself. Maybe someone somewhere must have kicked him around some when he was a kid.

[@RubbelisPro]

It's respectable but in hindsight I really wish he would have slotted the tour and got the help he needed. It's been almost 5 years and I still miss him.

[@tomfromoz8527]

@@MrSuperbluesky I always wondered about that lyric too. Well done my fellow true fan! My younger daughter "borrowed" all my Petty CD's was at his last concert and now has a memorial tatt. He transcended generations, and he has earned his rest. >>> Tom's wife Pam

[@Henry.58]

Tom was just like any of us...Human,He had his faults and pains like anyone else.But that a side he made music that will be played forever ! RIP TP.

[@susanscott8869]

Hands down he will always be one of the best artists there all! Godspeed! Thank you for leaving us with some of r the best music ever had!

[@carolemassey4000]

One of my biggest regrets is that I didn’t go see him on his last tour. He came to my city, but I didn’t think I could afford the ticket. I will never get over not going to that last concert. I love you Tom!

[@leesashriber5097]

Heaven has been jamming since 2009. I bet it's beautiful! Losing all the good ones. Rock on, Mr. Petty!!

[@contessalouannec8064]

Thank You for this information. Maybe this will help others. Tom Petty Thank You for your music.❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@TheJoan48]

It's really sad that his judgement was probably clouded by pain and pills. He will never be forgotten but the circumstances of his death are sure heartbreaking, literally, for his family and fans. RIP.

[@andrewSUN17]

Sad to learn about this...what a great man and musician. Grateful to have friends who were close with him and to have seen him live....he is still inspiring us from the cosmos!

[@susieturk1]

Dang it's been 4 years?!?! Time sure does fly.

[@susieturk1]

@ShadowAmongstTheMasses I totally agree that's why I'm going to retire at 62 I'm not waiting till I'm 67. I got stuff to do man!

[@ronrago2696]

I miss him more than any other, I never realized that in my adult life, I listened to more of Tom Petty than anyone else. Seen him that year at Wrigley Field in Chicago, 6/29/17. RIP Tom...

[@Stoneylfm]

Same, saw him in Nashville that year. Feel a little guilty for wanting him to tour so badly for the 40th anniversary

[@ronrago2696]

@@Stoneylfm I wouldn’t feel back, it’s what he loved, and it made him happy…

[@bunch_o_racket]

I'm just a lifetime fan and I'd have given up the price of the concert ticket monthly to still have him in this world. He was awesome and still so human

[@pattiguy7617]

Thank God that we all still have his music, and by that he still lives on....

[@neilredmond1011]

Greatest rock star ever ! Miss him everyday. What set Tom petty apart from most other musicians he had “class” a true American legend.

[@jimrebr]

My husband and I still listen to his SeriusXM show, I loved the Heartbreakers, Traveling Wilbery’s. I love Mary Jane & of course Free Falling. Was so sad when he died in 2017, I completely understand his determination to finish his final tour. I too have been dealing with debilitating chronic hip pain, knees, neck, etc., from work injuries & I was a work addict until my wheels finally fell off…

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

I do suffer from excruciating hip pain knee pain and neck pain and have had four back surgeries that cared for my husband until I had to take him off life support and now I’m caring for my elderly father and there really isn’t time to go and have surgery because he would care for me but that’s all right I can just imagine what Tom must’ve gone through and totally understand he was a legend

[@doriradtke]

My husband & I saw Tom Petty on that last tour just a few stops before the end in Seattle, WA. What an AMAZING experience it was, a total bucket list check off but I would have gladly waited too. Sigh. I miss him so much, what a beautiful soul gone way too soon. May you rest, sweet Tom. It's time to move on, it's time to get goin' ...

[@valerievanetten3183]

Sometimes we are our own worst enemy. Tom was known for his stubborn streak and he was also an artist who really appreciated that people who were fans/admirers of an artist were an important part of that artists success. If no one likes or appreciates your talent it's hard to have a career. But...as the Heartbreakers drummer Steve Ferrone said "not one member of the band or the would have minded if Tom had taken care of his health issues instead of doing what turned out to be the last tour." As a fan of Tom and the Heartbreakers I'm sure that the fans feel the same. We miss Tom's presence and are deeply saddened that he left us way too soon.

[@johnrondeau1180]

What a sad day when he died. I personally was shocked. What amazing iconic icon. RIP Tom.

[@cherylfugate7517]

I loved his music since 1976 when I was a kid. “Breakdown” was killer. My favorite was “I Need to Know!” I saw him in 1979 as a 12 year old. I remember I called my Mom on a pay phone in the Portland Paramount theater to tell her I was all right and how the show was. From the lobby where the phone was I heard the beginning chords of “I Need to Know,” and I said “Mom, I gotta go, they’re playing my favorite song!!!” Also of note The Fabulous Poodles opened for the show. A cool band from the late ‘70s!

[@matthewjerome3496]

Such a cool, authentic memory! Your mom was pretty hip to let you go to the show at that age.

[@sergiosaunier]

That's how parents raised their kids back then. If you were back home by ten and had a pulse, all was fine! I should know, I was one of those kids.

[@S.Pociecha]

Leaving the show to make a call from a payphone was ... an unusual choice. But "Breakdown" is indeed an amazing number.

[@robertscheinost179]

I always loved Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. I saw them play in Hartford, Ct. in the late 80's The suprising thing was the Civic Center was only 2/3 capacity. The Radio stations gave their listeners hell for not filling the place up and rightly so. I'm not a crowd person so it took some convincing to get me to go. My sister bought me a ticket for my Birthday. Tom and the band did not disappoint! As far as drug use goes, we all have our demons. Tom petty put his fans first and, in retrospect, that was the cause of his demise. His music will last forever! Thanks for all that great music, Tom and Company!

[@massivecumshot]

It figures Tom wouldn't quit, even for his own health. The man loved his fans like they were family and his sense of loyalty and dedication led him to great heights, despite the immense physical suffering. Thanks for loving your fans back, Tom. RIP

[@im_afraid_of_americans3918]

I loved Tom Petty! I cried when he died. I love his music. R.I.P. Tom Petty❤🕊🙏🏼

[@robchapman6567]

I'm afraid of the world

[@BlackSerpentMarket]

@@boataxe4605 "Afraid of Americans" is the name of a David Bowie song.

[@Dahlia10]

I still cry luv.

[@gerguil]

The guy thought about other ppl before himself. Now that is compassion. RIP Tom Petty

[@elizabethwilfong2260]

Excellant...Kudos to his family for being open and to the point about addiction and not trying to cover it up. Great job...now more people need to heed the message.

[@thomashugus5686]

Loved Tom Petty and his music!!

[@damamae950]

Thanks for a legit report. He was a shining light and a good man. I miss him.

[@harrychapin808]

"TOM PETTY" is hands down one of the most prolific, dedicated, talented, LOVED & COOL singer-song writers/ Rock performers to entertain the WORLD!! RIP Tom!!

[@sunnyromano6862]

When you have such a work ethic and all your life you worked that hard to get where you are; you don't know any other way but to push yourself. He'd been at it since he was 17; rest in peace.

[@janetownley]

“It just seems so useless to work so hard, and nothing ever really seems to come from it…”

[@leekovalskyj9218]

@@janetownley At least Tom's numerous irreplaceable songs 'did come from it,' eh Patty?

[@rheuss1]

@@janetownley something came of it something wonderful. It’s just a high cost. I understand the trade off he made.

[@franditri7185]

@@rheuss1 he needed to go to the hospital straight from his last show. No one likes the hospital, I’m a nurse, and if he did go, have a hip replacement we all would have him today. We saw him at his last concert, we had the privilege of seeing him 4 times, I thought we would see him 4 more. He was a millionaire, he could have had surgery, stayed a few days ,then go home with PT, nurses, anything one could have in a hospital. I could just see him now, 3-4 days after surgery, sitting up in a hospital bed, strumming his guitar. He’s up there with the best. ✌🏻💜

[@sunnyromano6862]

@@franditri7185 being an rn you might appreciate this; when my now x husband was 35 he had a heart attack. I was a medic at the time and saw it clearly but no one else did. He fought me to not call ems and than fell to the ground. I gave him aspirin and called ems; he almost went unconscious and i had him set up for cpr. By the time ems got there his vitals were better and he convinced them it was just anxiety and they were about to leave when i had a fit and threatened to call thier chief if they did not take him to the er that i worked at which was also the closest. So they did take him but did not follow protocol on the way there and i was so mad. In the er the doctor who i knew said ok, lets just take some blood work to calm her down (me). He came back twenty minutes later and said; you are in the middle of an mi (heart attack). He was there for 3 days. I was allowed in the cath lab because i had done procedures with this particular doctor before. He had two stents put in; 98% blockages in two arteries and one was widow maker. He even tried to leave the hospital and i had to stay until 5am until the doctor showed up and he heard it from him. He wanted to leave because he was going to miss a fishing tournament. Doctor said i saved his life. It is not so easy to get someone, usually men to go to the hospital. I tell everyone about this so they understand that younger people can indeed have heart attacks. I think in Tom Petty's case the pain medication gave him a false sense of security; masking the pain. He is truly missed.

[@carolbradley4845]

I had hip replacement surgery and was prescribed oxycodone. I still have half a bottle left. You have to be really careful with that stuff. Totally not worth getting addicted to. I’m really sorry for Mr. Petty. I can’t imagine the pain he was going through trying to do those tours.

[@hollywoodmcadams5604]

Thank you for sharing, RIP Tom

[@armorer94]

I have a friend that worked for Tom as a sound engineer. He said Tom was a great guy to work for.

[@morganosborne9258]

I loved Tom Petty from the first time I heard him. Such energy. His passing left such a gaping void. I am saddened to hear of how he suffered.

[@DukeFame88]

RIP Tom Petty. Thanks for the great music.

[@justen7994]

Last few years have been rough on my childhood memories, Petty, Van Halen and others passing. So many great songs though, still listen to him to this day.

[@Glen.Danielsen]

Beautiful video. Thank you Grunge. 💛🙏🏽

[@ICARE9449]

I will always love him and his music! I don’t care about ANYTHING RELATED TO HIS DRUG ABUSE! He was awesome! I miss him!

[@RDC_Autosports]

for a guy that was obsessed with the beetles, you didn’t mention that he formed a band called “the traveling wilburys’ with George Harrison from the beetles, what an all star group! especially Roy Orbison! RIP

[@jamesbiel4774]

Beatles

[@RDC_Autosports]

@@jamesbiel4774 thank autocorrect for that 🤣✌🏻 i’m just leavin it lol

[@tomcartwright7134]

I think it is so cool that Tom got to perform with his idols. George Harrison, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Jeff Lynne. RIP ,Tom. You are sorely missed.

[@Misshy1026]

RIP I cried when I heard the news of his passing. Grew up on his music.🎶

[@robertc.6441]

GENIUS MUSICIAN! We Love You Tom! He will never be forgotten. The best music era was the true ROCKER 'S of the 60's 70's and 80's and to me Tom Petty was one of top creators of the best music ever!

[@shenonnie17]

Deepest Condolences to family, friends and fans for the loss of Tom Petty

[@stevebonar8496]

Well done... Love Petty music and lyrics...thanks for imfo

[@kittykaos3725]

There was no one like Tom Petty!!❤️❤️ RIP, you will always be missed 😢 💔 😔 🙏

[@Gagazoot]

Loved all his work. Gone too soon, his music lives on. R.I.P. Tom Petty 🎼

[@glendalangley1877]

This one really got to me. I couldn’t believe it. I had no idea he was suffering so bad. The music world is a little darker these days. Meatloaf was another. We are losing all of our best music makers. They are all so hard to take. Gregg Allman broke my heart when he passed away. My gosh I think my son was going to have me hospitalized. I still get emotional over all of these and more. They are looking like family. The pain of the heartbreak is real. May God bless those who knew and loved these giants of the music industry. These are only 3 of the greats. At the rate we are losing musicians these past two years is unbelievable. They will forever be missed. 💔💔💔

[@rbnhood39]

That was a special time in music that will never happen again. It’s kinda sad that these kids these days will never get to experience going to concerts with 80 to 100 thousand people regularly. There were so many awesome groups to see.

[@glendalangley1877]

@@rbnhood39 This truly was the best of times. The other part about concerts in those days is there was no seating arrangement. You could sit where you wanted. Me, I always wanted where the music was loudest right up there at the stage. It wasn’t always easy. There were times I had to literally crawl under people’s legs to get there. But hey I’m a shortie. I still love concerts and I love to photograph them. Well I did until most venues don’t allow cameras in except for your cell phone. I have shot some good pics thou. Oh I wish many days we were still back in those times. 🦋🦋🦋

[@user-uo4hl4dc4b]

We all should be so lucky we got to see the best groups starting in the early 70's for me. They're all getting up there in age that's for sure. I'm 67 and I've pretty much seen everybody except for few but that music and great bands will never come around like we had them. I wish I could go back in time to see these great bands but I can't but I have great memories. Tom Petty was one of them.

[@terrycuster4213]

You are a great soul.

[@user-uo4hl4dc4b]

@Michael Scott I agree with you. It was a very special time and great memories to hold on to.