News of Tom Petty's death at 66 rocked the music world even before it was confirmed (the singer is apparently "clinging to life," according to TMZ).
The singer recently wrapped a 40th anniversary tour with the Heartbreakers – a tour that included three shows in Canada. He was found unconscious in his Malibu home on Sunday night.
Here are 10 reasons why the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee will live on forever: