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Farrell's attitude towards drugs was cavalier, often dismissing their dangers. He famously remarked that heroin was "great," equating its risks to those of driving, revealing a reckless acceptance that contributed to the band's struggles and his own personal hardships.
Loss of Friends and Bandmates
The death of peers in the rock community has only deepened Farrell’s grief. Following the 2015 overdose death of Stone Temple Pilots frontman Scott Weiland, Farrell expressed his condolences publicly, acknowledging Weiland’s influence and contributions to music.