However, he later came up with a creative solution to his impairment. He underwent a couple of surgeries that didn’t help him that much and the frustration almost made him quit music. While he was cutting a big sheet, he accidentally sliced his fingertips. Iommi spent his youth working at a metal factory. Though he’s lost the ability to use his arms, he’s learned how to play using his eyes and mouth. The disease has deteriorated his body for more than 25 years, but to this day, despite the pain and the difficulties caused by sclerosis, he’s still rocking with his guitar. He was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, and he felt that his life had ended. But then, suddenly, the guitarist started feeling a strange tickling in his left leg. When he was only 20 years old, he got his dream job, subbing for Seve Vai’s (his teenage idol) in Van Halen. These 11 musicians have become masters in inspiring others to follow their dreams. They’ve faced discrimination, they’ve fought against stereotypes, and more importantly, they’ve had to prove that their disabilities are no impediment to having success in their careers. Most of them have faced endless difficulties to prove what they are made of. And what’s more, it’s been harder for them than for other musicians. They end their shows knowing they’ve given an important message to their fans but their journey to the top hasn’t been easy. Whenever these artists get on stage, they move the audience.
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