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Bruce Springsteen has addressed the music industry's impact on young artists following former One Direction member Liam Payne's tragic death. The legendary musician highlighted the intense pressures faced by young performers in the music business.

Speaking to The Telegraph, Springsteen emphasized how young artists often lack the emotional tools to handle fame and success. He noted that many turn to drugs and alcohol to cope with industry pressures, drawing from his personal experiences with the E Street Band.

"That's a part of the story that suckers some young people in," Springsteen explained, referencing the early deaths of icons like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Kurt Cobain. "Dying young—good for the record company, but what's in it for you?"

The discussion follows the recent death of Liam Payne, who fell from a third-story balcony in Argentina. Reports indicate Payne suffered severe hemorrhaging after an incident involving hotel staff refusing him pool access due to intoxication.

Springsteen's candid remarks shed light on the ongoing challenges facing young musicians in today's music industry, emphasizing the need for better support systems and mental health awareness in the entertainment sector.

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