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Chino XL’s Family Confirm The Rapper’s Tragic Cause Of Death

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Chino XL was a hip hop legend. He was a veteran of the New York underground, and his skills were praised by everyone from Immortal Technique to Travis Barker. The rapper passed away on July 28. Details on his passing were difficult to come by, and the only real confirmation initially came from his family. They issued a statement that celebrated Chino XL’s accomplishments without proving much in terms of specific information. Well, the family decided to share said information on September 28, and it’s more heartbreaking than we realized.

Chino XL’s family confirmed that the rapper died by suicide. They issued a statement on Friday that coincided with Suicide Awareness Month. “With the most profound sadness imaginable, we share the news that our beloved father decided to end his own Life,” the family wrote. “It’s been the most painful and personal experience of our lives. But in honor of Suicide Awareness Month, we decided to share this truth. Dad would hope that this news may help someone else stay alive.” The rapper was 50 years old.

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Chino XL’s Family Claimed That He Battled Depression

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NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 15: Chino XL performs at Highline Ballroom on September 15, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Chino XL was a skilled surgeon with words, but the rapper preferred to keep his personal life under wraps. It has only been after his passing that friends and family have opened up about the struggles he endured. Both parties told TMZ that Chino XL battled depression for most of his adult life. It was also alleged that the rapper was diagnosed with congenital heart failure in 2020. There’s no record of the rapper discussing either topic publicly.

Chino XL’s impact on both his family and hip hop is evident, however. His daughters, in particular, cited his kindness in an Instagram post following his death. “We are grateful beyond words for our time with Dad,” they said. “And are overwhelmed by the immeasurable global outpouring of love from around the world.” Blu, Czarface and Chuck D were among the rappers who took to social media to praise Chino’s talent. “This is a tough one,” the Public Enemy frontman tweeted. “Chino XL was my brother in rhyme and art.”

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Chino XL’s Passing Has The Entire Hip-Hop World Mourning

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The hip-hop world continues to lose one artist after another it seems this year. Just several hours ago, numerous reports, including one from AllHipHop, are confirming the passing of Bronx talent, Chino XL. With it being so fresh, the cause of his shocking death is not yet available. Someone a part of his team broke the news via the now late MC’s Instagram account. “The family of Derek Keith Barbosa, professionally known as Chino XL, is devastated to relay the news of his passing. Chino died on the morning of Sunday, July 28, 2024, at home. He was 50.” Thankfully, his legacy is expansive, as “Chino is survived by his children, Chynna, Bella, Lyric, Kiyana; his stepson Shawn; grandchildren Emmy, Emery, Chris, Luis, and Dyani; his mother, Carole; and his former longtime partner Stephanie.”

This sudden and saddening news has taken the hip-hop world by storm, leaving many of the genre’s greats to an outpouring of support and love. Chuck D of Public Enemy was one of them, tweeting out, “
@CHINOXL⁩ was my brother in rhyme & Art. He encouraged my graphics forward. We exchanged art books. He looked out to protect my lyric books better. He supported my events. We supported his music & 🙏🏾rt”.

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Chino XL Was A Beloved Figure In Rap

The Southern legend Bun B was another to remember Chino XL’s legacy and how amazing a person he was. “This is @chinoxl he was my brother. He was a man of the people… was strong and proud. He was one of the greatest to ever write rhymes. Intimidation on two feet. But a heart of pure gold. I loved my brother, and I will miss my brother. As many others will. My prayers for his soul, his family and friends and all who supported him. Hip hop sheds a tear tonight. Long live Chino XL. Rest in paradise.” Others to react were KXNG Crooked, Hi-Tek, E-40, Dante Ross, and Termanology. Additionally, Naughty By Nature, Young Dirty Bastard, Evidence, Living Legends, Sage Francis, Myka 9 and Stu Bangas also shared their condolences via comment or post on social media.

HNHH also sends our thoughts and prayers to Chino XL’s family and friends during this unthinkable time. What are your thoughts on the passing of Chino XL? How shocked were you once you heard the news? What songs and albums of his did you enjoy the most? Is he the most underrated talent from New York? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Chino XL. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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