Rest in Power: Rappers We Lost In 2021
Source: Radio One / J. Bachelor
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Earlier this year, Dolph caught up with Hot 107.9 in Atlanta for an exclusive interview. During the chat, the rapper gave his predictions for the NBA Finals, his views on navigating life and career during the pandemic, investing money in companies, and fully embracing the role of label boss by signing new artists. As always, our thoughts and prayers are with those closest to the artists in today’s gallery. Let’s look toward the new year with hopes that we all navigate through the next 12 months and beyond in safety, peace, and with respect for the lives of others – as well as our own.Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions).
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The Yonkers, New York rapper changed the climate of Hip-Hop with his classic debut album, It’s Dark And Hell Is Hot. A far cry from the flashy feel that permeated rap in the late 90s, he represented a more gritty sound, and quickly became one of the genres top acts. Sadly, we lost X on April 9, 2021 from a cocaine-induced heart attack that caused a lack of blood circulation to his brain.
2. Young Dolph
Representing Memphis, Young Dolph preached independence and financial security in his raps and interviews. No stranger to the streets, Dolph never allowed his fame to keep him away from the people, as he remained close to his stomping grounds up until the day he was fatally gunned down on November 17, 2021.
3. Black Rob
The former Bad Boy rapper, best known for the smash hit “Whoa!,” saw tough times after he faded from the limelight. Money troubles and health issues plagued Rob in later years, and on April 17, 2021, news broke that he had died at the age of 52 due to kidney failure.
4. Biz Markie
Hip-Hop loved Biz Markie, and he loved it back. His biggest hit, “Just A Friend,” has been featured in commercials, television and film. Animated and charismatic with a playful nature, Biz tapped into to fun-loving party vibe of the culture, and it was with great sadness that the world learned that on June 17, he had passed away following complications from a stroke. He was 57 years old.
5. Shock G
In the early 90s, Shock G, part of the group Digital Underground, scored a massive party hit with “The Humpty Dance.” His chemistry and close friendship with Tupac helped spark the rap gem “I Get Around,” and he remained active in the game years after his commercial peak. Sadly, Shock G passed on April 22, 2021 from an accidental drug overdose. He was 57 years old.
6. Prince Markie Dee of The Fat Boys
The jovial Hip-Hop group The Fat Boys fully embraced their larger-than-life personas. In addition to music, they were one of the first rap groups to star in their own feature film. Though their run was short-lived, they helped set a blueprint for future artists in the genre, proving that crossover appeal could open the doors for rappers beyond the stage. One of the group’s members, Prince Markie Dee, passed away on February 18, 2021, one day before his 53rd birthday.
7. Slim 400
The West Coast artist was shot and killed on December 8, 2021 in Inglewood, California. Signed to YG’s label, Slim 400 was born in Europe and raised in Compton and was best known for songs like “Goapele,” and “Piru,” featuring YG and Redrum 187.
8. Chucky Trill
Houston rapper Chucky Trill was still on the come up, when, in March 2021, news broke that he had been killed in Atlanta. According to reports, he was in town for All-Star Weekend and had been gunned down during a highway shooting. Authorities found the 33-year-old rapper inside a stopped vehicle and he was taken to an area hospital where he died from his injuries.
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