The Greatest Musicians Who Died Before 30

List of the greatest musicians who died before they reached the age of 30. On this list you’ll find all of the musicians who had the misfortune to die before turning 30 — from all genres and all time periods. Some died in horrific ways, others were the victims of unfortunate accidents or genetics, but they all left the world a little too soon, earning them a place on this, the list of the most amazing musicians who died before 30.
 

Can fans of Aaliyah ever forget the day in 2001 when her plane crashed, killing her and eight others? Aaliyah, beloved for both her music and acting, was only 22 years old; no one knows to what musical heights she would have climbed had she lived. Despite her young age, she already was one of the greatest R&B singers of her time, and she has earned her name as one of the greatest musicians die far too young.
 

Not all musicians who have died before 30 have passed away as the result of accidents, of course. Both Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. were killed outright — both died after being shot repeatedly. No one knows for certain who murdered the two rap legends, but it is beyond a doubt that the musicians died too young. The two rappers may be gone, but they live on in fans’ memories.
   

On this list you can find all of the musicians who died too young, never reaching the age of 30. The list contains rappers, guitar players, singers, jazz musicians, and more, but the musical style differences aren’t important. Fans still mourn these great artists, often wondering what might have been had these musicians lived.