Sid Vicious

Sid Vicious was a British punk rock musician best known as the bassist for the Sex Pistols, one of the most influential bands in the history of punk music. Born John Simon Ritchie in 1957, Sid joined the Sex Pistols in 1977, replacing original bassist Glen Matlock. Though his musical skills were often questioned, his confrontational attitude, rebellious style, and chaotic lifestyle made him an icon of punk culture. His signature snarl, spiky hair, and reckless persona symbolized the raw energy of the late '70s punk scene.

After the Sex Pistols disbanded in 1978, Sid embarked on a short solo career and moved to New York City with his girlfriend Nancy Spungen. There, he performed solo gigs and recorded cover songs like a chaotic, snarling version of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way,” which became one of his most notorious tracks. His life took a tragic turn when he was charged with the murder of Spungen in late 1978. Sid died of a heroin overdose in early 1979, at just 21 years old. Despite his brief and turbulent career, Sid Vicious remains a lasting symbol of punk's raw, nihilistic spirit.