The music industry is in mourning after legendary rapper DMX died aged just 50.
As reported, the MC – real name Earl Simmons – was hospitalized on April 2 after suffering a heart attack that sources say was caused by an overdose.
He remained in a vegetative state in a coma. However, reports say his organs began failing and he ultimately did not make it.
A growing list of notable names have joined millions across the globe in paying tribute to the Hip-Hop titan.
Their words await below…
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Even though you had battles you TOUCHED so many through your MUSIC and when you would PRAY so many people FELT THAT! This is heavy for the HipHop family but your LEGACY LIVES ON & your SPIRIT. Continued Prayers for X family & friends for STRENGTH/HEALING🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/ZI9NI6Nslg
— Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) April 9, 2021
Rest In Peace to a cultural icon. There are no words that can mend the loss the hip-hop community felt today 🕊 #RIPDMX pic.twitter.com/IJdXqfwMJO
— T.I. (@Tip) April 9, 2021
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— Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) April 9, 2021
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Rest in Heaven DMX
— Chance The Rapper (@chancetherapper) April 9, 2021
No words right now. Nothing but fierce love, prayers and protection for X’s family, friends and fans. This loss is devastating. #RIPDMX 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🖤
— Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) April 9, 2021
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RIP DMX. Thank you for being the soundtrack of my childhood.
— Burna Boy (@burnaboy) April 9, 2021
Your energy. Your delivery. Your belief in yourself. Your foresight. Your love for God was inspiring. Never switched up. And your gift was once in a generation. RIP king. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/vNzMi0gCxt
— Rotimi (@Rotimi) April 9, 2021
Rest in peace to the legendary DMX. 🙏 I remember everyone buying his debut album and playing it in their cars. His talent was immediate. The energy was iconic from first listen. ❤️
Take T.I. Off of this list.
Many people have ruin their lives over drugs and alcohol. Just leave the mess alone!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4VB3wNyIHw
DMX, the best of the best 💯 Forever and ever ❤️ Prayers to his family and friends 🙏🏽
RIP.