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Among the music industry veterans to share their kind words and memories was Madonna, who described him [on Twitter ](https://twitter.com/Madonna/status/686473114335744000)as talented, unique, genius, and a game changer. She also posted an [old-school photo ](https://twitter.com/Madonna/status/686474254431432704)of herself and Bowie, captioned “So lucky to have met you!!!! Hot Tramp I love you So!” Shortly after, Madonna shared a longer, [more detailed note](https://www.facebook.com/madonna/posts/10153856858894402) about Bowie’s impact on her and her career. “I’m devastated,” the note begins. “David Bowie changed the course of my life forever. She then reminisces about attending a David Bowie concert in Detroit—her first ever. She says his music “was always inspiring but seeing him live set me off on a journey that for me I hope will never end.” See the full post here: ### See David Bowie With His Greatest Musical Collaborators  Lou Reed, "Transformer," 1972. 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