Well, hang on. I think people are really harsh on Peter. Yes, maybe he's an addict, but that doesn't mean the man doesn't have a heart and great talent. What we know about him is what we have read on the internet or in magazines, and I hardly say that's fair, really. Stephen has worked with both and know them personally. Who are we to judge his opinion? But even if people don't agree, who's to say Peter won't be on that level one day? I think that sort of status takes a lot of time and work, but then, I also believe he's a great lyricist and musician...And, let's not forget that some of his fans may already consider him an "Icon", and they're completely entitled to their opinions.
If he died tomorrow (God forbid) don't you think he'd be remembered for the great (incredible) music he's created thus far? I would hope so. Most all great artists suffer from some sort of horrible addiction or other dark problem. I wish people would get over that and peel back the layers and try to see the good in what they discard as bad.