They Mastered the Guitar, but Faced Personal Battles Behind Closed Doors

Behind the legendary guitar riffs, unforgettable performances, and larger-than-life personas, some iconic guitarists faced deeply personal struggles that the public rarely saw. From periods of severe emotional distress to documented psychiatric hospitalizations, their stories reveal a more complicated side of rock history. In this video, we explore the lives of 12 legendary guitarists who experienced psychiatric hospitalization or serious mental health struggles. What led to these difficult chapters? How did they affect their music, careers, and personal lives? And how did these musicians navigate life under the pressure of fame?