10 Rumors About Famous Musicians Revealed To Be True

Some tales about music seem too crazy to be true—until they are! We’re looking into some of the most bizarre true stories regarding well-known musicians in this list. These speculations, which ranged from surprising posthumous tributes to unexpected friendships and covert romances, initially appeared to be mere chatter before the reality was revealed. Prepare yourself for some astounding disclosures from the world of music legends, whether it concerns the love life between Rihanna and A$AP Rocky or that iconic story concerning Tupac’s ashes.

10. Prince Went Door-to-Door Sharing His Faith
Prince was always full of surprises, but one twist no one saw coming was his devotion to Jehovah’s Witnesses. In 2001, the famously bold and boundary-pushing musician embraced the faith—and took it seriously. So seriously, in fact, that he reportedly went door-to-door sharing religious teachings, just like other members of the church. For years, people weren’t sure if that was true—until a Minnesota couple confirmed he once showed up at their house. To keep a low profile, he even used the name “Brother Nelson” and wore disguises. Still, when you’re Prince, blending in isn’t exactly easy—even with sunglasses and a fake mustache.

9. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Made It Official
For years, fans speculated there was more than just friendship between Rihanna and A$AP Rocky. They toured together, collaborated on music videos, and had undeniable chemistry. Still, with each dating other people, those rumors seemed to fade. That changed after Rihanna split from her billionaire boyfriend Hassan Jameel—suddenly, the spotlight was back on her and A$AP. In 2021, he put all the guessing to rest, calling Rihanna “the love of my life” in an interview. Talk about a headline moment! The couple made it official, and in May 2022, they welcomed their first child, confirming they were more than just music’s coolest duo—they were now a family.

8. Nikki Sixx Was Dead for Two Minutes
Nikki Sixx, bassist and co-founder of Mötley Crüe, lived the ultimate rockstar life in the ’80s—but it nearly cost him everything. His struggles with heroin were no secret, but one night in December 1987, things went way too far. Rumors spread that he had died from an overdose—and they weren’t wrong. Sixx was clinically dead for two full minutes before a paramedic hit him with two adrenaline shots and brought him back. That near-death experience didn’t just shake him—it inspired him. He later wrote “Kickstart My Heart,” a high-voltage anthem born from that terrifying brush with the afterlife. Talk about a literal comeback story.

7. Tupac’s Crew Claimed They Smoked His Ashes
When Tupac Shakur passed away on September 13, 1996, the world was left reeling. The rapper was reportedly cremated the next day, but what happened to his ashes sparked one of the wildest music rumors ever. For years, whispers spread that members of his group, the Outlawz, had smoked his ashes as a tribute. Then in 2011, the group confirmed it in an interview, saying Tupac had hinted at the idea in the lyrics of his song “Black Jesuz.” They even claimed it happened with his mother present—though the Shakur family quickly denied that. True or not, it’s a story that fans still debate to this day.

6. Did Michael Jackson Help Create Sonic 3’s Soundtrack? Yep.
When Sonic the Hedgehog 3 dropped in 1994, fans loved the gameplay—but many couldn’t help noticing that the music had a familiar vibe. Rumors quickly started flying that Michael Jackson had secretly worked on the soundtrack. For years, nothing was confirmed—until 2022, when the game’s co-creator Yuji Naka seemed to finally spill the truth. Jackson and his team had reportedly recorded full tracks for the game. But around the same time in 1993, Jackson was facing serious allegations, and that likely led to his name being left off the credits. So yes, the King of Pop may have helped shape Sonic’s sound—and didn’t get official credit for it.

5. Ozzy Osbourne (Allegedly) Snorted a Line of Ants
Ozzy Osbourne has pulled some wild stunts over the years, but this one might top the list. During his Bark at the Moon tour in 1984, Ozzy and Mötley Crüe were staying at a hotel in Florida when things got extra weird. According to the band’s autobiography The Dirt, Ozzy grabbed a straw and snorted a line of ants—yes, actual ants—just to out-shock the guys from Crüe. For most people, that sounds insane, but for Ozzy fans? Just another day in the life of the Prince of Darkness. The story was later brought to life in the Netflix film The Dirt, cementing its place in rock legend.

4. KISS Literally Put Their Blood Into Comic Books
In the late ’70s, KISS wasn’t just rocking arenas—they were turning themselves into comic book superheroes. Known for their over-the-top makeup and wild stage shows, the band took things even further in 1977 when they teamed up with Marvel legend Stan Lee to release official KISS comics. But here’s where it gets truly wild: the band claimed they each gave a vial of their own blood, which was then mixed into the red ink used for printing. Sounds like classic KISS hype, right? Well, it actually happened—confirmed by both Paul Stanley and Stan Lee. Leave it to KISS to take shock rock all the way to the printing press.

3. Cass Elliot and Keith Moon Died in the Same Apartment
Here’s one of the eeriest coincidences in rock history: Cass Elliot of The Mamas & the Papas and The Who’s drummer Keith Moon both died in the exact same London apartment—just four years apart. Even stranger? They were both 32 years old at the time. The flat belonged to their friend, singer-songwriter Harry Nilsson, who often let his musician friends stay there while he was away. Cass passed away in the apartment in 1974 while visiting London for a show. Then in 1978, Moon moved in—and tragically died from an overdose. After that, Nilsson had enough of the bad energy and sold the place. Can’t really blame him.

2. Did Mick Jagger and David Bowie Have a Secret Romance?
Mick Jagger and David Bowie were more than just rock legends—they were close friends with a bond that sparked endless speculation. Rumors about an intimate relationship between the two icons first started swirling in the early ’70s. Their chemistry only fueled the gossip, especially after they released their hit duet “Dancing in the Street,” which topped the UK charts. Things really heated up in 2012 when journalist Christopher Andersen published a biography of Jagger, claiming Bowie’s wife, Angie, once found the two of them naked in bed. While she didn’t walk in on anything directly, she said she was “absolutely dead certain” something went down. Fans still wonder what really happened.

1. Charles Manson Penned a Song for the Beach Boys
Long before his name became infamous, Charles Manson was just another aspiring musician trying to break into the industry. After getting out of prison in the late ’60s, he crossed paths with Beach Boys drummer Dennis Wilson, who took an interest in Manson’s music. While a record deal never happened, Manson did write a song called “Cease to Exist,” which the Beach Boys later reworked and released in 1968 as “Never Learn Not to Love.” It ended up as the B-side to their single “Bluebirds Over the Mountain.” Manson, however, got no credit. Just a couple years later, he’d be known not for music—but for the horrifying Tate-LaBianca murders.