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The world of music is in mourning with the passing of legendary producer Quincy Jones, and among those deeply affected is the iconic singer Celine Dion. In a heartfelt tribute posted to her official Instagram account, Dion expressed her grief over the loss of her dear friend and mentor.
“I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of my friend, the one and only musical genius, Quincy Jones. Quincy touched my world as both a cherished mentor and as also as someone I looked up to for his deep impact on virtually every form of American music.”
For Dion, Jones was not only a collaborator but also a cherished mentor who had a profound impact on her musical journey: “I was privileged to work with Quincy, it was a dream come true. In our sessions, his musical intuition was nothing short of profound – he helped me capture “a little piece of heaven.” Quincy always knew exactly what each song needed,” she shared.
Beyond his remarkable musical achievements, Dion also admired Jones for his philanthropic work that spanned the arts, global famine relief, and support for underprivileged youth. “In addition to his kindness and countless achievements, I also admired him for his philanthropic work which benefited the arts, global famine and underprivileged youth. His reach truly extends to all corners of the globe!” she wrote.
