"To anyone in his orbit, you know how generous he was with his energy, creativity and love. Died from complications of multiple strokes Fukashiki/Wonderboy 6/23/2011 23 Japan Unknown Heavy D . Gift of Gabs first posthumous album,Finding Inspiration Somehow, arrived in September and firmly put his lyrical prowess on display. Musicians and singers who died recently in 2023 Bruce Barthol # 1 He died aged 75 years 3 months 9 days Born 11 November 1947 Died 20 February 2023 Bassist, played with psychedelic rock band Country Joe And The Fish Read more. As Cutmaster Cool V told DX,Biz always said when we would get to heaven, we would be able to see the tapes. 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Coolio apparently suffered a heart attack at a friends house, his manager said. (rapper) Gangsta Rap. ", XXL takes a look at the current status of the cases of91 hip-hop murders that have occurred over the past 35 years.Emmanuel C.M., Miranda J., Roger Krastz, Sidney Madden, Dan Rys and Vanessa Satten; Additional reporting by Paul Thompson. The rappers -- 38-year-old Armani Kelly, 31-year-old Dante Wicker and 31-year-old Montoya Givens -- were last seen on Jan. 21. Gang rivalries, drug abuse, natural causes et al, remain notable reasons for their deaths continue to hit the hip-hop world. Following an Insta post of the rapper in The Bronx showing off a chain, he was later chased into Amazing Pharmacy on E. Tremont Ave. by a group of men attempting to rob him. His two (sadly prophetically titled) studio albums, 1994's "Ready to Die" and 1997's "Life After Death ," sold many millions of copies and rank among the most acclaimed hip-hop albums of all time. Death Row Records first lady, Jewell, passed away on May 8, just months after she revealed on her Instagram that doctors found had discovered 8 pounds of fluid on her heart, lungs and legs. "Homicide Task Force detectives are continuing to investigate this homicide," the department tweeted. Comprised of Thes One andDouble K,PUTS dropped their debut album The Next Step in 1998. The artist wasshot in the head three timeswhile he was online speaking to fellow social media influencer Kapone in the city of Hawthorne. In the wake of his death, friend and producer Swizz Beatz finished Xs first posthumous album, Exodus, which arrived on May 28 via Def Jam Recordings, his longtime label. The album ended with the intriguingly titled Back To The Light, which effortlessly communicated his belief in an afterlife and almost made it easier to digest his absence. Finally, the Bay Area Hip Hop staple learned hed be getting a double kidney transplant and would be able to move forward with his life. Tom Whitlock # 2 He died aged 68 years 11 months 28 days Born 20 February 1954 Died 17 February 2023 In 1982, the group released its quintessential single Roxanne Roxanne about a woman who rebuked a mans sexual advances. Seemingly on the mend, the 49-year-old Oakland native was back home when he was taken to Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley after experiencing an asthma attack. Tahjay Dobson, who is known as rapper Tdott Woo, was shot and killed on Feb. 1. Houston Police and fire officials arrived on the scene at around 2:40 a.m. after . Squeakwas 26 at the time of his death, but no cause was revealed. Following a brief verbal altercation, an angry driver slammed his white Toyota Tundra, hauling a 25-foot trailer, into the rapper, pinning him against a concrete wall before mangling him in the vehicles wheels. Police responded to a home in the 400 block of Byars Street and discovered two teens, ages 17 and 18, suffering from gunshot wounds. The "Party Up (Up in Here)'" hitmaker, whose real name was Earl Simmons, died one . ? He was killed in an ambush shooting while driving with his family in Miami. LePreston Porter, known by the stage name Snootie Wild, died on February 26, 2022, at the age of 36. ABC News stories that the rapper (actual identify Tahjay Dobson) was outdoors when a bullet struck him. Inglewood rapper Half Ounce was killed in a drive-by shooting on October 3 in the area of 8th and New Hampshire, where he was walking home with a friend. "He was for the most part drug free, but my dad lived for the day, everyone in life has their vices, but those vices never really affected him as a father or a man. 20. The world was shocked in April 2021 when one of the most successful rappers of the late 1990s and early 2000s died: the Ruff Ryder himself, DMX. For a genre of music that is no stranger to discussingthe realities of the struggles in the inner cities, hip-hopartists have fallen victim toviolence far too often over the years, withauthorities largely ineffective in their efforts to find responsible parties. I pray for a peaceful and easy transition," the statement concluded. May your transition bring peace to your family to your friends to your fans and all those who loved you. The cause of death was complications related to Covid-19. Sadly, a 29-year-old female who accompanied him was also shot and was in critical condition at the time. The beatboxing Brooklyn trio released seven albums throughout the course of their career, including their Blow-produced self-titled debut (1984) andThe Fat Boys Are Back(1985). Kangol Kid, real name Shaun Fequiere, passed away on Saturday, December 18 of 2021 at the age of 55. Cops were dispatched following a ShotSpotter activation at around 5.40pm on Sunday, according to The Hartford Courant. Gucci Family Story: A Heated Battle For House Of Gucci & Maurizios Murder, Who is Ernest Khalimov aka GigaChad? 18-year-old New York rapper C-Hii Wvttz was killed outside a Brooklyn studio on February 6. He was 28. His longtime manager, Jarez Posey, said he was told that Coolio died at a friend's house. Officers responded to a shooting on the interstate just before 3AM and discovered one male who was shot and died at a local hospital. On Tuesday, July 17, 2021, someone on Instagram claimed Indian Red Boy was shot because of girl drama and because he switched gangs, according toHip Hop DX. He was just 14 when he died. Chicago rapper FBG Cash, whose real name was Tristan Hamilton, was shot and killed on the citys South Side on June 10, 2022. Here we take a look at all the stars who died in 2022. Much like DMX, Shock G battled drug addiction for most of his adult life, and his ongoing party finally caught up to him on April 22 when his body was discovered in a Tampa, Florida hotel room. U.T.F.O. Joe C. Rapper and musician Joseph Calleja was born in Michigan on November 9, 1974. "He didn't fear death at all. had tragically passed away at the age of 22. 4. Young Dolph was shot and killed while picking up baked goods for his mother at Makedas Homemade Cookies in his hometown of Memphis on November 17. Months earlier, it was announced that the Brooklyn native was gracefully and optimistically battling Stage 4 lung cancera diagnosis revealed on the Facebook page of her daughter Lexus, whom she parented with iconic MC/producer Erick Sermon. The father of two had been in town for his annual turkey giveaway ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, making his death even more heart-wrenching. The home intruders also were after the rapper's Cuban link chain but apparently only managed to swipe the luxury timepiece, which they later resold for $2,000, the detective said. Five months prior, Williams had spoken at DMXs star-studded tribute at the 2021 BET Awards alongside Swizz Beatz, The LOX, Method Man and many others. The three rappers were last seen alive on Jan. 21. And there should have been more protection. He just had a heart attack. Evidence of his impact could be felt across social media when he died on September 6 following a drug overdose in his Brooklyn apartment. He was 55. No cause was given. Fox 12reported theshooting took place in Northeast Portland around 5:19 a.m. local time. Markie was famously known for the 1989 hit single Just a Friend. He took care of those around him because I taught him that, to watch out for everybody, she said. The Notorious B.I.G., aka Biggie Smalls, aka Christopher Wallace, was by far the dominant figure of the 1990s East Coast rap world. Raqhid Jevon Render, known by the stage name Lil Keed, died on May 13, 2022, at the age of 24. Over those three or four years that he was around us, we did a lot of touring and a lot of living together on the tour bus and thats how we know the man.. DJ Kay Slay, a Hip Hop fixture, mixtape legend and legendary radio personality (whose presence in the culture dates back to the iconic 1983 documentary Style Wars), passed away on April 17 after a four-month battle with COVID-19. It came out that Scott and his father, Kenyatta Scott were sitting on the front lawn of their Bogalusa home when a black truck arrived and 3 armed gunmen opened fire. Goonew was a rapper from the Washington D.C. area. But when Buff Love died of a heart attack in 1995, any hopes for a reunion were squashed. Harrell, of course, is also known for discovering Sean Diddy Combs. "We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one . Reports say that the police were offering a $25,000 reward for information that led to the killer being caught. It would not confirm the identity of the person who was deceased. Anybody that knows my story, me and X are cut from a similar cloth on some personal shit. Aint nothing respectful about that. He lost his battle on December 16 at Lankenau Hospital in Philadelphia, his hometown. Pittsburg rapper Flatline Nizzywas shot and killed on May 3. He had a genuine heart., Corniel plans on suing the festival organizers for failing to keep their musical acts safe. It was later confirmed by record producer J Maine in a statement toPeople. The ILIAD (Rapper) Wizzy781; List of Deceased Rappers; Mystic101; DJ ROSSKIE; Phiiatonn; . Tragically, the world has had to say goodbye to even more since the start of the new year. After his performance at Snoop Dogg's Once Upon A Time in LA music festival, Drakeo was stabbed backstage. Memphis up-and-comer Lotta Cash Desto, born Destinee Govan, was shot and killed in Houston on Sept. 24. After a successful surgery, Gab focused on recovery at a rehab facility in Arizona only for the pandemic to hit a few months later. Five months after the Chicagoshooting death of FBG Duck,his purported cousinBCR Meezle(real name James McGill) was murdered at a Bloomingdale hotel party on February 6. American rapper Young Dolph, whose real name was Adolph Robert Thornton, Jr., passed away on November 17, 2021 after he was shot at Makeda's Cookies. A 4-door sedan pulled alongside her Porsche at a red light, and two men exchanged gunfire with the rapper, who was shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene. He also gave the news that the DJ had begun to show signs of recovery, giving way to a collective sigh of relief. His death had come after severecomplications. He was 59. Lil Durks older brother DThang was shot and killed outside of a Chicago strip club on June 5. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang initially claimed responsibility for the murder in an unverified Facebook post. TDott Woo had signed a deal with Million Dollar Music just hours before his death, according to their social media. Dre, also known as Kutthroat Dreko, real name Londre Sylvester, died in July after being shot 64 times as he was leaving Chicago's Cook County Jail, where he had been since June, according to The. He was rushed to the Halifax Infirmary but was pronounced dead soon after. There was the break-up and later reunion with El Da Sensei, with whom he still performed (as recently as this past March), his work with The Weathermen and his solo efforts (among other projects). UTFO Rapper Kangol Kid Dead at 55 Hip-hop pioneer who delivered opening verse on "Roxanne, Roxanne," the track that sparked a legendary rap rivalry, dies following colon cancer battle By. The song was included on the soundtrack for the 1995 Michelle Pfeiffer film "Dangerous Minds.". Almost 14 years to the day afterDJ Kool Herc spun the genre into existence with his first-ever block party in the Bronx, Scott La Rock of Boogie Down Productions was shot in the head and neck in the same borough, later dying of his woundsatMisericordia Hospital. The rapper was subsequently shot in the chest; despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he died from the wounds. RIP 18veno. Baby Ceo, whose real name was Jonathan Brown, tragically lost his life on January 20, 2021 following a shooting. She was shot multiple times and robbed in Houston shortly after posting pictures with a large amount of money on social media. I dont know what the people want to do, what the people going to say. But behind closed doors, he wasnt laughing. RIP Slim 400. Public Enemys Chuck D, Bone Thugs-n-Harmonys Krayzie Bone, Kehlani and A-Trak were just some of the many famous names paying tribute to Shock G on social media. Snootie Wild [February 26, 2022] 7. Almost. Grayson first rose to fame in the early 2000s following the release of several underground mix tapes and was dubbed "Hip Hop's One-Man Ministry of Insults" by The New York Times. Chicago rapper Edai was reportedly shot and killed last night. "But it's not the music itself, it's the environment. Their artistic collaboration ultimately led to Ablohs own brand, Off-White. Hed also just spent time at the West Cancer Center & Research Institute in Germantown, talking to cancer patients and discussing his history with the clinic. Beyond Shock Gs musical contributions to Hip Hop, he also introduced a young Tupac Shakur to the world when he employed the future icon as one of Digital Undergrounds backup dancers. He gained fame in the 1980s for his membership in the rap group UTKO, known for their popular hit Roxanne, Roxanne. As part of a one-two gut punch, on November 6 Hip Hop also lost New Jersey legend Tame One, a famed graffiti artist and one-half of The Artifacts. He was driving a carcarrying multiple passengers when he was shot by someone outside a party in downtown Los Angeles and subsequently crashed into a parked motorhome. Harlem rapper Marcel Theo Hall, who famously went by the stage name Biz Markie, passed away at the age of 57 on July 16, 2021. The two had split a week prior, and the shooter (upon finding his ex in bed with Trouble) shot and killed him following a brief altercation. The 28-year-old rapper was scheduled to perform alongside dozens of act that day, including Snoop Dogg,50 Cent,The Game, Cypress Hill, Ice Cube and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony. Chynna was an all-rounder who was known as a model, DJ, and rapper. It is heartbreaking to realize that despite achieving success, remaining a part of the popular street-centric culture, often rife with jealousy, leaves rappers with targets on their backs, like antelopes in lion enclosures (as we saw with Takeoff and PNB Rock). He and two other rappers haven't been heard from since. He was hit multiple times in the back. Coolio was also known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage," "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin New)" and "C U When U Get There," among others. This will be the final update of the day pending new information or an arrest.". The M.I.A.M.I. (Murder Is A Major Issue) rapper was just 28 when he was gunned down while driving a Toyota Camry near Zoo Miami. In the days leading up to his death, he had complained of serious stomach pain to friends and family, TMZ reported. He said, Yo, we see the things, we going to be laughing. He would always say that Wait til we see the tapes. And nobody knew what he was talking about but me. Asthma? Sacrament rapper Hotboy Ju wasshot and killed in Sacramento in a car-to-car shooting on March 21. PERIOD, Zion I producer Amp Live and frequent collaborator Deuce Eclipse have been keeping his name alive. He was 28. 1:22. The shooting occurred on the 8600 block of 7th Avenue at around . Although Michael K. Williams wasnt a rapper, The Wire actor was fully embraced by the Hip Hop community. Eerily, Zumbi dropped a video with Deuce Eclipse and Vinroc called Back To Life just a month before his transition in which he spits, Ive been on my light path/Blast this to afterlife. Like Gift of Gab, Zumbi was a spiritual person who believed our physical bodies were simply a vessel and now, his soul is free. Most notable are Dr. Dres The Chronic, Snoops Doggystyle and 2pacs diamond-selling All Eyez on Me. Los Angeles rapper Earl Swavey passed away on January 10, 2022. The 34-year-old rapper who became known for songs such as Aint My Fault, died on June 5 after he was shot during a home invasion at the Rockdale County Apartment of a female companion. The Man behind the Chad Meme, Meet Allegra Gucci: All About Maurizio Guccis Daughter, K-Drama Island Part 2 Episode 9 and 10 Release Date, Where And How To Watch Black Clover Dubbed, Jason Kelce Welcomes His Third Child With Wife Kylie, Billie Eilish Granted Temporary Restraining Order Against Shirtless Home Intruder, Jesus Revolution Filming Locations Explored. Young Slo-Be, whose real name was Disean Victor, was a budding rapper who gained fame from the song, I Love You. Dec 28, 1995 at 12:00 am. Even if you have metal detectors, even if you pat them down, you let those people come in there. Following an altercation that didnt involve him, multiple shots rang out, leaving the rapper slain and two others injured. "In some respects, rap music and violence seem to go hand in hand," La Rock's managerScotty Morristold The New York Times almost 30 years ago following his client's murder. "This is sad news. ? pic.twitter.com/gYlYYahVZB, The Chosen One : I ? The Roots lost founding member Malik B. in July 2020 and nearly a year-and-a-half later, theyhad to say goodbye to their longtime bassist Leonard Hub Hubbard. Lil Peep died. He was declared dead at a nearby hospital. While no cause of death was confirmed, legendary New York City Hip Hop promoter Van Silk suggested it was congestive heart failure. He was 55 years old. He worked with several artists, including Diddy, Meek Mill, and Pusha T. They heard gunshots, then called 911.. Known widely for a career spanning back to 1986, Hall went on to become a . The car Kelly drove from Oscoda to Detroit was found in Warren. It was later revealed that he had died after sustaining a self-inflicted gunshot wound in an apparent murder-suicide. Follow reporter Andrea Sahourion Twitter@andreamsahouri. Comprised of Prince Markie Dee, Kool Rock Ski and Buff Love, the group also appeared in the 1985 cult classic filmKrush Groove and 1987 box office hitDisorderlies,both directed by Michael Schultz. Please forgive me for my shortcomings and all of the times Ive fell short of making you proud and being appreciative of all the blessings that have been put in my life. The men were scheduled to perform for a rap event at Lounge 31 that was canceled at the last minute due to an issue with the DJ. Less than 24 hours after signing his first recording contract, Brooklyn MC TDott Woo was shot in the head and left knee in a drive-by shooting in the same neighbourhood where he grew up on February 1; he was pronounced dead at the hospital hours later. Just when his prospects seemed brightest, a Bronx rapper who used his music to rail against violence was shot dead yesterday. I need some rest, man. Im telling you man, this shit is strange. Turner said upon arrival officers started handcuffing the involved person and determined that he needed immediate medical assistance. Police began lifesaving measures until Alta Bates staff were able to assist, but unfortunately and sadly he was pronounced deceased on the scene.. Meanwhile, the city of Memphis has stepped up to show just how revered Dolph was in their community. Rising Atlanta rapper Lil Keed, who was known for songs like "Nameless" and "Fox 5" has died, according to reports from The New York Times, Complex and XXL . Woman accused of keeping 96-year-old mother's dead body in Chicago freezer for two years, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Hurricane G, a well-respected, pioneering Boricua MC, passed away on November 6. "Currently the cause of death and motive are unknown. A pillar of New York hip hop, of hip hop in general, just a good guy, wrote A-Trak, one of the many to memorialize Hovain via social media. Unfortunately, his careerand lifewas cut short on December 22 when he was found dead at his girlfriends house in Memphis. Londre Sylvester, known by his stage name KTS Dre, was a little known rapper based inChicago. He was nominated for five other Grammys, including for Fantastic Voyage and 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin New).. The whole program should have been orchestrated a lot better than what it was. The most recent losses were Kangol Kid and Drakeo the Ruler, they both lost their lives on Saturday, December 18, 2021 to two separate events and different causes. The former Kaution rapper stumbled into a nearby Shell gas station, collapsed and was then rushed to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. At least 20 rappers were fatally shot this year; some hometown heroes, others nationally celebrated artists like Young Dolph. While the music cannot be blamed, its sad to see these talented souls leave the world too soon. Milwaukee police said shots were fired into a home on the 3800 block of North 13th Street where the 19-year-old was staying with his mother and grandmother. The duo was comprised of Alonzo Brown andthe late Andre Harrell,who went on to establish Uptown Records and later spearhead Motown Records. This is at NE 82nd and Fremont. However, his father started shooting back in self-defense. I always say at first it was Tupac Shakur and then it was DMX, those two brothers paved the way for me to be here and do what I do.. Murs, Immortal Technique, Open Mike Eagle, Z-Trip, Casey Veggies, Dm Funk and J-Live were among those paying their respects online following his death. Snootie Wild LOS ANGELES Rapper Coolio, known for hits including "Fantastic Voyage" and "Gangsta's Paradise," has died at age 59, his manager confirmed Wednesday evening. That is until December 2020, when HipHopDX spoke to a source close to Biz who was able to confirm the 56-year-old had suffered a stroke at the hospital while recovering from a diabetic episode. Additional details were not immediately available. 02:39. He was 57-years-old. Truly unbelievable. He was shot and killed while in Houston, Texas. His brother, Alexander Krause, was arrested at Eversoles home and charged with murder after officers had noticed bloodstains on his socks. Witnesses revealed that the rapper was fatally shot at a New Years Party after several masked men allegedly broke in and attacked Swain. The teen who pulled the . His death had come after severe complications from Type 2 diabetes which had hospitalized him the year prior. He had gained attention for his song Stain but died before reaching mainstream success. He was just 24 when he was shot and killed on March 18 this year. Eversole was born in Germany while his military parents were stationed in the country. Nobody beats the Biz., Much to the shock of the fashion and entertainment industries, fashion designer Virgil Abloh died on November 28 after privately battling cancer. A Washington area club later caught controversy during a celebration of the rappers life, in which his body was hoisted on stage as fans danced nearby. D.M.V. In the 35 years between Scott La Rock's shooting death in the Bronx in 1987 and Takeoff's murder in 2022one of the most recentcases of a hip-hop murderwe've documented91 rappers who have been killed, about two per year and sometimes more. The suspect, Jamichael Jones, later turned himself in to the authorities and is now facing charges of felony murder and battery, according to Fox5. He was taking care of those things. Originally thought to be the result of Sibounheuang revealing their location in an Instagram story, it was later revealed that Freddie Lee Trone (and his underage son) targeted the rapper when they saw him enter the restaurant wearing jewellery. His last Instagram Story read, Dear most high. In 2019, he was appointed to the board of directors of The Council of Fashion Designers of America. was also an accomplished ghostwriter (working within the Juice Crew circle) and producer, working with not only names like Heltah Skeltah and Ice-T but composing all his own projects following his debut. Rest In Peace to Crescent Heights very own Dj Double K of @puts.