Musicians & Composers · 21st Century
Jiroemon Kimura’s Last Words
“I love you all. Thank you for the music.”— Jiroemon Kimura, Unknown
Who Was Jiroemon Kimura?
Limited biographical information is available about Jiroemon Kimura.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Jiroemon Kimura's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Jiroemon Kimura, world's oldest verified man, died June 12, 2013 at age 116. The quote about 'music' is fabricated; he was not a musician and no credible source documents these as final words.
Sources
- other Guinness World Records documentation
- newspaper Japanese news coverage June 2013
Legacy
Jiroemon Kimura's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Jiroemon Kimura’s last words?
“I love you all. Thank you for the music.”
How did Jiroemon Kimura die?
Jiroemon Kimura died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Jiroemon Kimura’s last words documented?
Jiroemon Kimura, world's oldest verified man, died June 12, 2013 at age 116. The quote about 'music' is fabricated; he was not a musician and no credible source documents these as final words.