Rock Star Revelations: Huey Morgan's Memoir of Touring with U2 and Life in the Limelight
Huey Morgan, the lead singer of Fun Lovin' Criminals, shared in his memoir about his experiences touring with U2 during their PopMart tour in 1997. He described the lavish lifestyle of the rock stars and how he felt like a "f****** psycho" after smoking a joint on a private jet named Air Lemon. Huey reminisced about the thrill of being around real rock stars and learning from them during that time.
The New York-born musician gained fame in the mid-1990s with his band's debut album, Come Find Yourself. In his autobiography, he also recounted encounters with celebrities like Madonna, Pamela Anderson, and Lemmy Kilmister from Motörhead. Huey shared anecdotes of drinking sessions with Lemmy and the intense experience of being around such iconic figures.
Apart from the glamorous moments, Huey's memoir delves into darker aspects of his life, including the abuse he suffered as a child from a priest and the tragic discovery of a flatmate who died of an overdose. He also narrated his involvement with the mafia after befriending a neighbor and transporting a bag of cash for mobsters, which led to a meeting with senior gangsters who warned him to handle their consideration carefully.
Despite the tumultuous events in his past, Huey has found stability in his personal life after marrying his wife Rebecca in 2007 and becoming a father to their son. His memoir captures the highs and lows of his journey from petty crime and military service to global fame, offering readers a glimpse into the extraordinary life of a rock star.