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Prince's Drummer: Springsteen & Madonna Denied Dressing Room Access
18 Apr
Summary
- Prince reportedly banned Springsteen and Madonna from his dressing room.
- The musician found meeting celebrities uncomfortable unless he was a fan.
- Prince's death was ruled an accidental overdose from fentanyl toxicity.
Bobby Z, drummer for Prince and the Revolution, recently spoke about his nearly 40-year friendship with the iconic musician. He shared that Prince maintained strict boundaries, even preventing famous guests like Bruce Springsteen and Madonna from entering his private dressing room, forcing them to use the band's facilities.
According to Bobby Z, Prince often felt uncomfortable around other celebrities unless he was a genuine fan. This bashfulness contrasted with his immense fame. An exception was David Bowie, with whom Prince shared a warm moment, perceiving them as equals.
Nearly a decade ago, on April 21, 2016, Prince was found deceased at his Paisley Park home. His passing was attributed to an accidental overdose of fentanyl. His death sparked global mourning and numerous tributes.
Both Bruce Springsteen and Madonna honored Prince shortly after his passing. Springsteen performed a rendition of "Purple Rain" in Brooklyn, while Madonna shared a touching Instagram post and performed "Nothing Compares 2 U" at the Billboard Music Awards.
Bobby Z reflected on his time playing with Prince, describing it as a transformative experience that pushed musicians to their limits and brought out extraordinary potential.
