Earlier this afternoon, Heavy D passed away from complications stemming from pneumonia, leaving the Hip Hop community at a loss.
Many figures from the culture took to Twitter to express their condolences and remember the 44-year-old rapper. Rappers, artists and writers including DJ Premier, dream hampton, Lupe Fiasco, Grandmaster Flash and more.
Below is a sampling of Hip Hop’s words in remembrance of Heavy D. HipHopDX sends its condolences to Heavy D’s family during this difficult time.
posted 42 years ago?
I’ve seen him in television shows at times, damn that so sad, R.I.P.
devastating loss…
Just seen him rip it at the hip hop awards.What the fuck???
ya ya
R.i.p. Heavy D. From Amsterdam/Netherlandsj
alwys updated,.u a big fan of this bitchh,.always commentng on evvthang ts a gud than big up
Another classic MC that I will never get to see perform live. Rest in peace, Heavy, a hip hop pioneer, hall of famer for sure.
R.I.P. Heavy D.
Sad deal… A great talent and innovator to the hiphop game! We gotta take care of our mind. body and souls brothers!! Eat organic!
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