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Elton John Shares Sweet Words After Jerry Lee Lewis Passes

Late last month Rock n Roll legend Jerry Lee Lewis passed away due to health complications. Elton John is just one of the many fans who mourn Lewis’ passing sharing a post on his Instagram profile and this caption. 

‘Without Jerry Lee Lewis, I wouldn’t have become who I am today. He was groundbreaking and exciting, and he pulverized the piano. A brilliant singer too. Thank you for your trailblazing inspiration and all the rock ‘n’ roll memories. @jerryleelewisthekiller #RIP’- Elton John Instagram caption

Lewis once considered Elvis Presley’s rival during the 50s, and a pioneer in the rock genre also has fans with in Elton John’s instagram, many leaving comments on his post like these:

Next concert we expect a pounding tribute version of Great Balls of Fire !
He was a pioneer of rock n roll 100%
RIP JLL! 🙏🏼❤️ You are an American Icon. Such an influential musician! Fly High! 😇💫