11 devastating tweets about The Cranberries’ lead singer Dolores O’Riordan’s death
We were so sad to hear that Dolores O’Riordan, the lead singer of The Cranberries, died suddenly today, January 15th. She was 46 years old. The cause of her death is unknown at this time. The band’s publicist released the following statement about her passing:
“Irish and international singer Dolores O’Riordan has died suddenly in London today. She was 46 years old. The lead singer with the Irish band The Cranberries was in London for a short recording session. No further details are available at this time. Family members are devastated to hear the breaking news and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”
So many people all over the world are feeling the sting of this sudden loss. Twitter is full of sweet tributes to the beloved musician, as well as lovely anecdotes from those who were lucky enough to meet her and work with her. Fans and celebs like James Corden, Hozier, and the Irish band Kodaline alike have tweeted not just condolences, but evidence that Dolores O’Riordan was truly as awesome as you think she was. The world was definitely lucky to have her, and our hearts go out to everybody mourning her death.
James Corden’s tweet about O’Riordan is one of the sweetest.
I once met Delores O’Riordan when I was 15. She was kind and lovely, I got her autograph on my train ticket and it made my day. She had the most amazing voice and presence. So sorry to hear that she’s passed away today x
— James Corden (@JKCorden) January 15, 2018
Hozier was quick to point out the impact Dolores O’Riordan had on him musically.
My first time hearing Dolores O'Riordan's voice was unforgettable. It threw into question what a voice could sound like in that context of Rock. I'd never heard somebody use their instrument in that way. Shocked and saddened to hear of her passing, thoughts are with her family.
— Hozier (@Hozier) January 15, 2018
Kodaline, who previously toured with The Cranberries, also paid their respects.
Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends
— Kodaline (@Kodaline) January 15, 2018
Duran Duran voiced their condolences.
We are crushed to hear the news about the passing of Dolores O’Riordan. Our thoughts go out to her family at this terrible time. https://t.co/6p20QD2Ii5 pic.twitter.com/vXscj0VGHS
— Duran Duran (@duranduran) January 15, 2018
Dolores O’Riordan clearly meant so much to and deeply influenced other artists. We love everybody sharing what she did for them and how she shaped their art.
Dolores O’Riordan’s voice helped me understand my place in the world. Blasting linger a little louder today pic.twitter.com/JvoqRT5imP
— Maggie Rogers (@maggierogers) January 15, 2018
Oh wow. Dolores O’Riordan was a BIG part of my childhood. Helped me give myself permission to be. pic.twitter.com/z7IBtMSzid
— Cameron Esposito (@cameronesposito) January 15, 2018
Clearly, Dolores O’Riordan leaves behind a considerable legacy.
https://twitter.com/udfredirect/status/952957523404849153
Shocked and heartbroken over Dolores O’Riordan’s death. The Cranberries were pinnacle in showing me that it was possible to fully embrace masculine and feminine energy in one cohesive sound. She was a true pioneer 💔
— Foster The People (@fosterthepeople) January 15, 2018
O’Riordan inspired people to be more themselves, which is an amazing thing to accomplish.
Dolores O’Riordan inspired a generation to just be themselves. The world is less cool without her. pic.twitter.com/ccwbNmwbPc
— Louise Ní Fhiannachta (Pron:Nee-Yee-Nawkh-Tha) (@LouiseNiF) January 15, 2018
Saddened to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan ~ stole my dad's cranberries CD when I was a kid and used to stand on a table and perform "linger" in front of my family on many occasions after eating dinner, during holidays ❤ ty for everything
— amalia (@mollysoda) January 15, 2018
Scottish band PAWS even expressed a desire to play a Cranberries song at their concert.
We are heartbroken to learn that Dolores O’Riordan has passed away.
The Cranberries were my first love. Thank you for some of my favourite records of all time. I want to play a Cranberries song at tonight’s show.
🌹 #Doloresoriordan pic.twitter.com/DfEk7ZXiwX
— PAWS (@wehavepaws) January 15, 2018
We’re so saddened to hear of Dolores O’Riordan’s passing. But at least there’s some solace in knowing how much she inspired and changed people who encountered her and her work. Rest in peace.
