Sosso Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 According to Nas and figures across Hip-Hop, rapper Prodigy (aka Albert Johnson) has died today (June 20). The co-founder of Mobb Deep was 42 years old in a career that includes music, books, and acting. Details are still emerging for the Queens, New York native’s death. Per a TMZ report, the artist was found dead in Las Vegas, Nevada. Over the last weekend, he was there as part of an Art Of Rap concert led by Ice-T. Pitchfork reports that the MC/producer was recently hospitalized for his ongoing sickle cell anemia treatment. He had battled the disease since birth. A spokesperson for Mobb Deep stated, “The exact causes of death have yet to be determined.” Nas posted word of P’s passing online this afternoon. With partner Havoc, Prodigy formed Mobb Deep while attending New York’s High School of Art and Design. The Long Island and Queens duo broke through on the Stretch & Bobbito radio show in the early 1990s. They would eventually sign with 4th & B’way Records, releasing 1993’s Juvenile Hell album. At the middle of the decade, the duo would find their legendary stride, care of 1995’s The Infamous LP. With Havoc and Q-Tip producing, Prodigy emerged as one of Rap’s most menacing lyricists. His songwriting was inspired by New York City’s underbelly, crime, and horror. From songs like “Shook Ones Pt. 2,” “Survival Of The Fittest,” “Quiet Storm,” and 2000 solo breakout “Keep It Thoro,” Prodigy has mined a litany of memorable verses, focused on triumph, courage, and navigating treachery. In total, Mobb Deep released three gold and one platinum album. His own debut, released through longtime label Loud/RCA Records, also achieved gold. read more at: http://ambrosiaforheads.com/2017/06/prodigy-rapper-obituary/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sosso Posted June 20, 2017 Author Share Posted June 20, 2017 Rest in Peace! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Dog Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 ^^^^That beat is the definition of grimey NY rap. RIP... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-W.A.R- Posted June 20, 2017 Share Posted June 20, 2017 RIP P! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyman Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 A legend from the greatest era of rap (in my opinion)....RIP 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucketfoot Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 RIP Prodigy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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