Musicians & Composers · 21st Century
Amy Winehouse’s Last Words
“I don't want to die.”— Amy Winehouse, July 23, 2011
Who Was Amy Winehouse?
Amy Winehouse was a supremely gifted jazz-soul singer whose album Back to Black became one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century. Her vocal talent was matched by her personal demons.
The Final Moments
Winehouse reportedly said these words to her bodyguard Andrew Morris the night before she died at her Camden home. She had been battling alcohol addiction intensely in her final months.
Are These Words Verified?
Bodyguard Andrew Morris claimed she said this, but the account emerged later in tabloid interviews and lacks independent corroboration. She died alone in her room, so no one witnessed her actual final moments.
Sources
- other Andrew Morris (bodyguard) claims
- newspaper Tabloid reports (disputed)
- biography Mitch Winehouse, 'Amy, My Daughter'
Legacy
Winehouse joined the 27 Club and her devastating talent cut short has made her one of music's great tragic figures. Back to Black remains one of the best albums of the 21st century.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Amy Winehouse’s last words?
“I don't want to die.”
How did Amy Winehouse die?
Amy Winehouse died on July 23, 2011 at the age of 27. Cause of death: Accidental alcohol poisoning.
Were Amy Winehouse’s last words documented?
Bodyguard Andrew Morris claimed she said this, but the account emerged later in tabloid interviews and lacks independent corroboration. She died alone in her room, so no one witnessed her actual final moments.