Musicians & Composers · 21st Century
Bon Scott’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Bon Scott, Unknown
Who Was Bon Scott?
Ronald Belford "Bon" Scott was an Australian singer who was the second lead vocalist and lyricist of the hard rock band AC/DC from 1974 until his death in 1980. In the July 2004 issue of Classic Rock, Scott was ranked number one in a list of the "100 Greatest Frontmen of All Time". Hit Parader ranked Scott as fifth on their 2006 list of the 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Vocalists of all time.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Bon Scott's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Bon Scott died February 19, 1980 from acute alcohol poisoning while unconscious in a car. No witnesses reported him speaking these words, and the attributed quote does not match any credible source.
Sources
- biography AC/DC biographies
- newspaper Contemporary press reports 1980
Legacy
Bon Scott's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Bon Scott’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Bon Scott die?
Bon Scott died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Bon Scott’s last words documented?
Bon Scott died February 19, 1980 from acute alcohol poisoning while unconscious in a car. No witnesses reported him speaking these words, and the attributed quote does not match any credible source.