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Fatman Scoop’s Family Announces Special Event At The Apollo To Honor Late Rapper

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Fatman Scoop’s family has announced that they will be hosting a special celebration of life event at the iconic Harlem venue, The Apollo Theater. “Please join the Freeman family in the celebration of Isaac “Fatman Scoop” Freeman at the Apollo this Thursday,” they wrote in a message on Instagram while sharing a flyer for the event.

In the comments section of the post, fans shared their love for Scoop and his family. “Gonna miss you my guy. But your music and your voice will live on for many years!! Thank you so much for blessing us and being true and humble,” one fan posted. Another wrote: “So wish I could be there!! I’ll make some noise all the way from London with you all.”

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Fatman Scoop Performs At RAC Arena In Australia

PERTH, AUSTRALIA – NOVEMBER 11: Fatman Scoop during Fridayz Live ’23 at RAC Arena on November 11, 2023 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Matt Jelonek/Getty Images)

Scoop passed away, last month, after collapsing during a concert in Connecticut at 53 years old. In a video of the incident, he could be seen receiving chest compressions behind the DJ screen on stage. Other performers led the crowd in prayer, according to the New York Post. The next day, his tour manager Birch “Pure Cold” Michael confirmed his passing in a statement on social media. “I am honestly lost for words,” he wrote on Instagram at the time. “You took me all over the world and had me performing alongside you on some of the biggest and greatest stages on this planet, the things you taught me have truely made me the man I am today. Thank you so much, I love you x.”

Fatman Scoop’s Celebration Of Life Details Revealed

His family also put out a statement, adding: “FatManScoop was not just a world class performer, he was a father, brother, uncle and a friend. He was the laughter in our lives, a constant source of support, unwavering strength, and courage… FatMan Scoop’s legacy is of love and brightness, it will reside in our hearts and memories forever.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Fatman Scoop’s celebration of life on HotNewHipHop.

 
 
 
 
 
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Rich Homie Quan’s Monthly Spotify Listeners Spike Rapidly After Passing

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On September 5 the hip-hop world stopped spinning. Honestly, it still is four days after the tragic, untimely, and unexpected passing of Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan. The 34-year-old’s cause of death still remains an unknown at this point, and it may for a couple more days, at least. Since that mysterious and sad day fans and fellow contemporaries alike have been sharing their love and thoughts online.

Now, supporters of his work are paying respects in a different way by revisiting his catalog. However, it hasn’t been just a few hundred people. Instead, Rich Homie Quan’s account has seen a massive spike in monthly listeners since the news broke. According to XXL, that number has essentially doubled. Prior to learning what we know now, the melodic hitmaker was sitting at 1.8 plus million. Now, in just half a week, that total is up to 3.3 million.

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Rich Homie Quan’s Numbers Practically Double

LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 28: Rapper Rich Homie Quan performs onstage at the OutKast, A$AP Rocky, Rick Ross, K. Michelle, August Alsina & Ty Dolla $ign Presented By Sprite during the 2014 BET Experience At L.A. LIVE on June 28, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Earl Gibson/BET/Getty Images for BET)

This sort of thing happens after an artist passes away. But it’s always a welcome sight to see people come together and appreciate the work of a Rich Homie Quan, for example. Even though this jump in support is amazing, there’s a chance that his figures could increase more. A reporter for a local news station in Atlanta spoke with Quan’s father, Corey Lamar, and he revealed that his son was close to releasing a 25-song project in addition to apparently having around 2,000 songs ready to go. “He has a catalog in the vault. He has a ton of music that the fans need to hear”, Lamar expressed. Based on that quote, it sounds like we are close to getting more material. If not, though, we will be more than okay with what Rich Homie Quan has left behind for us to enjoy.

What are your thoughts on Rich Homie Quan’s monthlies for Spotify doubling after his death? Do you think not enough people respected what he did for the genre? Is this one of the most shocking passings in hip-hop you have ever witnessed? What songs have you been revisiting? 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 Rich Homie Quan. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Rich Homie Quan’s Dad Recalls One Of His Last Conversations With The Late Rapper

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Rich Homie Quan’s father, Corey Lamar, has addressed his son’s death on social media, after he passed away, earlier this week at the age of 34. He said he is in “unbearable pain” after the tragedy and described himself as feeling like he’d been “crushed to a million pieces.” In another post the following day, he also recalled a conversation they had about spending time together while Quan was in Miami for an upcoming show. “I booked my flight, booked us a nice mansion to stay in not knowing my son wouldn’t be here to go with me. Moral of the tomorrow’s not promised. Enjoy life and make memories with your love ones!!!” he wrote.

When The Shade Room shared the posts on Instagram, fans showed love for their apparent bond in the comments section. “Man they had the coolest father and son relationship I’ve seen,” one user remarked. “They were best friends. Quan didn’t make a financial decision or business move without his daddy approval. They were so close. This shatters me.” Another wrote: “That man didn’t play about his daddy and his daddy didn’t play about him.”

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Rich Homie Quan Performs In Detroit

DETROIT, MICHIGAN – SEPTEMBER 01: Rich Homie Quan performs onstage at The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre on September 01, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)

Lamar isn’t the only person in Quan’s life to react to the news on social media. His girlfriend, Amber Williams, who found his body at their home in Atlanta, also shared a statement on Saturday. “This pain is unbearable,” Williams wrote. “The love you all have shown is an over flow. I truly appreciate everyone who’s reached out. I’m traumatized from a moment that’ll forever be in my head. I have nothing to prove because my love for my other half was ALWAYS shown, I had nothing to hide. Please respect me and the family at this time. Our house is no longer a home. I’m completely heartbroken 15 years gone. I’ll never be the same. This is a complete nightmare. We never could let go, but you didn’t have to leave me like this. #Numb.”

Corey Lamar Speaks On His Son’s Death

Check out Lamar’s post for his son on Instagram below as caught by The Shade Room.  Be on the lookout for further updates on Rich Homie Quan on HotNewHipHop.

 
 
 
 
 
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Rich Homie Quan’s Girlfriend Breaks Silence After His Death

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Rich Homie Quan’s girlfriend, Amber Williams, has spoken out about the late rapper’s death after she discovered his body at their home in Atlanta on Thursday. According to a 911 call obtained by TMZ, Williams said Quan fell asleep on the couch the night before and after she dropped her son off at school and returned to check on him, she noticed he wasn’t breathing. He was 34 years old.

“This pain is unbearable,” Williams began in a statement on her Instagram Story on Saturday. “The love you all have shown is an over flow. I truly appreciate everyone who’s reached out. I’m traumatized from a moment that’ll forever be in my head. I have nothing to prove because my love for my other half was ALWAYS shown, I had nothing to hide. Please respect me and the family at this time. Our house is no longer a home. I’m completely heartbroken 15 years gone. I’ll never be the same. This is a complete nightmare. We never could let go, but you didn’t have to leave me like this. #Numb.”

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Rich Homie Quan Performs In Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA – APRIL 20: Rich Homie Quan performs during “The Sesh” on April 20, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

Quan’s official cause of death is still unclear. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office was scheduled to perform an autopsy on him on Friday, although the results have not yet been made public. In a statement provided to TMZ, his family said they are “shattered and heartbroken by his sudden death.” Quan’s father, Corey Lamar, also shared a post on Instagram in the wake of his son’s death. He said was in “unbearable pain” and described himself as feeling like he’d been “crushed to a million pieces.”

Amber Williams Speaks Out On Instagram

Check out Williams’ full post for Quan on Instagram below. Elsewhere throughout the day, she’s been sharing tons of photos of the two of them together. Be on the lookout for further updates on Rich Homie Quan on HotNewHipHop.

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Rich Homie Quan’s Father Breaks His Silence On Rapper’s Death

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Yesterday, Rich Homie Quan’s family confirmed that the rapper has passed away at the age of 34. At the time of writing, his cause of death has yet to be confirmed. Audio from a 911 call obtained by TMZ, however, revealed that his girlfriend Amber Williams called the police shortly after finding him unresponsive on their couch. Of course, the tragic news has prompted countless fans, peers, and loved ones to post tributes to the late artist on social media.

Most recently, Rich Homie Quan’s father Corey Lamar took to his Instagram Story to share a message with his followers. “Unbearable pain,” the message began. “Lord please please please help me to understand this. To lose my son… my 1st born, my best friend. Lord let this be a dream…. Yall pray for me and my family. I feel like I’m crushed into a million pieces.”

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Corey Lamar Shares Devastating Message After Son’s Tragic Passing

Fans in The Shade Room‘s comments section are empathizing with the grieving father, and flooding him with words of support. “Praying for that family, may he rest in peace,” one writes. “Sending them love & strength,” another says. This is far from the only message fans have seen about the late performer’s passing today, however. Earlier, for example, Ralo also hopped online to call out those who previously accused Quan of snitching.

“Y’all n***as be so fake. The whole world was just calling this man, Rich Homie Quan, a rat. Soon as he die, ‘Oh, that was my friend. I love him.’ Boy, y’all n***as so goddamn fake ’round this motherf***er, man,” he said. What do you think of Rich Homie Quan’s father Corey Lamar’s recent statement on his son’s passing? Can you blame him for being “crushed” over the tragic loss? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Erica Banks’ Intimate Rich Homie Quan Tribute Sparks Outrage

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Yesterday, it was revealed that Rich Homie Quan passed away at the age of 34. The tragic news has prompted countless reactions from fans, loved ones, and peers. Erica Banks, for example, took to Instagram yesterday to pay tribute to the late rapper. She shared footage of him kissing her on the cheek at what looks like a bar. Banks even shared a screenshot of a text message in which he seemingly confessed to having feelings for her.

The problem that many social media users have pointed out is that Rich Homie Quan reportedly had a girlfriend, Amber Williams. Sadly, Williams was also the one who found the artist after he passed away. Many are now calling Banks out for seemingly exposing her relationship with him, claiming it’s in poor taste and disrespectful to Williams.

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Erica Banks’ Tribute Post Raises Questions

“Erica Banks posting about RHQ when his actual GF was the one to find him is actually sick in the head. If you were f*cking him in silence, mourn him in silence too,” one social media user writes, per The Jasmine Brand. “Messy for no reason,” someone else says. Others point out that this kind of drama is the last thing Rich Homie Quan’s family needs right now. His father Corey Lamar recently broke his silence, revealing how devasting it’s been for him.

“Unbearable pain,” he wrote earlier today. “Lord please please please help me to understand this. To lose my son… my 1st born, my best friend. Lord let this be a dream…. Yall pray for me and my family. I feel like I’m crushed into a million pieces.” What do you think of Erica Banks getting called out for seemingly exposing her relationship with Rich Homie Quan following his passing? Do you agree that she should have kept this to herself? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Rich Homie Quan’s Girlfriend Tells 911 Operator He’s Not Breathing In Heartbreaking Audio

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Earlier today, it was revealed that Rich Homie Quan passed away at the age of 34 at his Atlanta home. His family members, and a rep for the Fulton County morgue, confirmed the news with TMZ. At the time of writing, the rapper’s cause of death has yet to be revealed. Now, the outlet has obtained audio of a 911 call placed by his girlfriend, Amber Williams.

In the audio, Williams is heard telling the operator that he hadn’t come to bed the night before. She says she saw him on the couch when she took her son to school that morning, and even put a blanket over him before she left. When she got home, he hadn’t moved, which raised concern.

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Rich Homie Quan’s Girlfriend Amber Williams’ Speaks With 911 Operator

Williams told the operator that she didn’t feel a heartbeat or see him breathing. When she turned him over, she claimed he appeared to be foaming at the mouth. When confirming the tragic news with TMZ, Rich Homie Quan’s family was devastated and desperately searching for answers. While this newly obtained audio does not confirm what caused his death, it does provide some additional insight into the circumstances surrounding his passing. After the news broke today, countless fans and peers took to social media to share heartfelt statements about the untimely loss.

“Rest in Peace my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for Life. #Richgang,” Jacquees wrote on X. “Never go forget yo smile n the way talked n of course yo music… WE GOT SOME GOOD A** MEMORIES TOGETHER N THAT GO ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE,” Boosie Badazz shared. What do you think of Rich Homie Quan passing away unexpectedly at the age of 34 recently? What about TMZ obtaining audio of his girlfriend Amber Williams’ call to police? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Rich Homie Quan’s Peers Pay Tribute After His Unexpected Death

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Earlier today, rumors that Rich Homie Quan passed away at the age of 34 began spreading on Twitter/X like wildfire. Many fans were in disbelief, and holding out hope that the rumors weren’t true. Unfortunately, the rapper’s death was later confirmed by his family as well as a rep for the Fulton County morgue, according to TMZ. For the time being, his cause of death has yet to be revealed.

The tragic news has social media users in shambles, as it took most by complete surprise. Just this week, the artist was shutting down claims Lil Woody made during the YSL RICO trial and eliciting laughter in the courtroom. Now, countless supporters and fellow artists are commenting on the performer’s unexpected death.

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Rich Homie Quan Dies At 34

“JUST GOT WORD @RichHomieQuan JUST OD JUST TALK TO WUAN THE OTHER DAY #gomissun***a,” Boosie Badazz wrote today. “JUST TALKED TO YOU BRA #tipQUAN Never go forget yo smile n the way talked n of course yo music… WE GOT SOME GOOD A** MEMORIES TOGETHER N THAT GO ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE #restupquan WE WAS COOKING UP SOME SH*T TOO.” Jacquees also took to Twitter to react to the heartbreaking news about his former collaborator.

“Rest in Peace my brother Rich Homie Quan. I love you for Life. #Richgang,” he said, posting an old photo of the two of them together. Playboi Carti also took to his Instagram Story recently to share footage of the late artist alongside Young Thug. Clearly, he will be missed by many and remembered fondly.

Artists Pay Tribute To Rich Homie Quan Amid News Of His Death

Our thoughts are with his loved ones as they navigate this difficult time. What do you think of various artists paying tribute to Rich Homie Quan amid news of his passing? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Lil Woody Pays Tribute To Rich Homie Quan Amid News Of His Passing

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The hip-hop world is currently reeling from the sudden, shocking, and still alleged loss of Rich Homie Quan at 34 years old, which remains a mystery at press time. As such, we encourage our readers to take these news items with a grain of salt, as we still have little indication of this story’s veracity, the circumstances behind his alleged death, and more. Regardless, Lil Woody has responded to the rapper’s passing, posting an Instagram Story featuring a picture of RHQ with former frequent collaborator Young Thug. “RIP,” he wrote. “I hate this happen I pray that God protect thug and them from this country.”

Previously, Lil Woody and Rich Homie Quan actually had differing stories about an alleged shooting, something that briefly came up in the ongoing YSL RICO trial. But the former joins a lot of other rappers, media figures, celebrities, and loved ones that are paying tribute to RHQ right now. The Atlanta rapper became one of the city’s most beloved and prolific artists over the past decade-plus, forming part of many iconic hits and moments throughout the 2010s and beyond. His legacy will forever endure.

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Lil Woody’s Tribute To Rich Homie Quan

Elsewhere, Lil Woody knows quite well that his social media account is more popular than ever. This was all bolstered by his role in the YSL RICO trial, which means that a lot of people aren’t a fan of this huge spike in engagement. Nevertheless, we know that this tribute to Rich Homie Quan will reach a lot of people, and that is a much more important sentiment to spread than your own success. This is still a very early story in development, so we’ll see what else we learn in the near future.

Meanwhile, as we wait for more confirmation and official sourcing for this tragic news, we invite you to revisit some of Rich Homie Quan’s work. Most recently, he released a new collab with fellow Atlanta superstar 2 Chainz in the form of “Ah’Chi.” Once again, take all these reports with a grain of salt and await further illumination. But it seems like the hip-hop world lost another colleague this week, and for that, it’s coming together to pay their respects.

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YBC Dul’s Father Speaks Out After Rapper’s Death

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Abdul Vicks, who performed under the name YBC Dul, was shot and killed in West Philadelphia on Friday afternoon at the age of 25. He was hit multiple times in the chest and right hand before being transported to a nearby hospital. There, he was pronounced dead. Police have yet to make any arrests in the case.

Vicks’ father mourned his son in a post on social media after news of the shooting broke. “Hey all of my son friends / family.. etc i am dul’s father,” he began, as caught by No Jumper. “I was handed over all my babyboys belongs this morning by his close friends & I wanted to clear up any confusion my son Abdul Vicks was murdered yesterday afternoon broad daylight while sitting in the back of his car alongside with his friend who was also shot in the hand my son was not on a bike when he was killed nothing of that such so that video going around is not him stop the false news,” he said. Further in his post, his father admitted that his son wasn’t always a “saint.” Prosecutors had previously accused Vicks of being the ringleader of a violent gang, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer.

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YBC Dul’s Dad Opens Up After His Son’s Murder

 
 
 
 
 
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He continued: “lk my son did not live a life of a saint but I was not born yesterday either my son was targeted in some set up plot that’s the only way they could get him from up close like that & I’m standing on that, for someone to be able to walk up so close to his car was the first red flag for sure & I promise we not gon stop till ya dudes are exposed I spoke to my son the night before this all went down & I just couldn’t understand why this talk outta all days felt different “pops it’s been weird cars passing by me for a week now idk I just feel weird whenever I’m in PhiIly” … i swear whatever u was running from son they was watching u closely & imma expose it.”

He concluded: “My family & I would like to thank everyone for the love & kind messages sent out to my boy we lost a real one May Allah forgive him for all his sins & make his grave spacious and full of light Ameen insallahUMARPie rest easy my son Abdul Qadir Vicks my heart will forever have a black hole in it after this one.. parents save your kids from this life before it’s to late cause I can’t even explain this feeling rn.” Be on the lookout for further updates on YBC Dul on HotNewHipHop.

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