Avicii was a sensitive guy who loved his fans but shunned the spotlight, says family

Only a few days after Avicii’s sudden passing, his family has released a second statement. The DJ’s cause of death has not been confirmed even as yet, but in this statement, Avicii’s family seems to be giving more insights into it.

“Our beloved Tim was a seeker, a fragile artistic soul searching for answers to existential questions. An over-achieving perfectionist who travelled and worked hard at a pace that led to extreme stress,” the statement issued by his family began. “When he stopped touring, he wanted to find a balance in life to be happy and be able to do what he loved most — music.”

“He really struggled with thoughts about Meaning, Life, Happiness. He could not go on any longer. He wanted to find peace. Tim was not made for the business machine he found himself in; he was a sensitive guy who loved his fans but shunned the spotlight.”

The passage “He could not go on any longer. He wanted to find peace...” seems like a reference to Avicii taking his own life, according to TMZ.com.

Their comments concluded, “Tim, you will forever be loved and sadly missed. The person you were and your music will keep your memory alive. We love you, Your family.”