Reactions have been pouring in from fellow America rappers and these are some of the earliest reactions to the death of the 20-year-old whom many described as controversial and troubled.
GOOD Music boss, Kanye West shared his condolences, saying “Rest in peace I never told you how much you inspired me when you were here thank you for existing.”
rest in peace I never told you how much you inspired me when you were here thank you for existing
Juicy J also shared his thoughts in two short tweets saying “”Prayers up for @xxxtentacion” and “R.I.P. Xxxtentacion.”
Tyga, a California rapper signed to Lil Wayne’s Young Money Entertainment, said it’s “so sad to lose good artist” via Twitter.
Big Sean said on Twitter that his heart dropped when he heard about his fellow rapper’s death. “I feel like we only got to see a glimpse of his artistry,” Big Sean said. “I didn’t know him personally but I respect how passionate he was about his music and message. Nobody deserves this kind of ending. gone too soon, damn! RIP.”
Sean Don
✔@BigSeanMy heart dropped when I heard about @xxxtentacion, I feel like we only got to see a glimpse of his artistry. I didn’t know him personally but I respect how passionate he was about his music and message. Nobody deserves this kind of ending. gone too soon, damn! RIP
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine also took to Instagram to talk about XXTentacion’s death with the caption “Tomorrow’s not promised … you could be here today and be gone tomorrow,” he said. “X spread nothing but positivity.”
I take life for granted.. forgive me if I offended anyone…
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