French Montana says Lil Tjay being shot is the final straw. It's time people realize that being a rapper in this country is dangerous, when it should not be!
French Montana: Rapping is Dangerous
The news that Lil Tjay had been shot and rushed to surgery dampened French Montana's spirits on Wednesday morning, an event he passionately tweeted about and ask form prayers.
TMZ also caught up with Montana in New York City, and it was clear he still could not get over the fact that his friend and fellow rapper was in the hospital, getting surgery.
In 2019, the duo (together with Blueface) received a gold medal for the song "Slide."
While Montana wished Tjay a swift recovery, he also emphasized that being a rapper is the most "hazardous" profession and that love being sent to them in this profession, is frequently a thinly veiled form of hatred.
He may be correct. Several rappers have been shot and tragically lost their lives in 2022, in addition to Lil Tjay, who fortunately survived an emergency operation and a subsequent recovery.
Rappers Killed in 2022
Below are just some of the rappers who lost their lives this year from senseless killings. Unfortunately, the list is not even exhaustive.
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In January, Peopler reported that rapper J $tash died in a murder-suicide in January. The 28-year-old guy, whose true name was Justin Joseph, shot and killed Jeanette Gallegos, 27, at a California apartment before turning the pistol on himself. Her three children were reportedly present when the murders occurred. J $tash was from Florida, and his 2014 single "Guerrillas" attracted massive recognition.
Lil Devin was born as Devin Swain in Indiana. He became well-known for songs such as "MVP" and his remix of Coi Leray's "No Parties." According to WXIN, he was slain in January while celebrating the New Year with his family at their house.
According to witnesses, several masked individuals broke into Devin's home and attacked him, leaving him with "chest injuries." He was transferred to a hospital, where he died. Devin was just 24.
Born Shandler Beaubien, Wavy Navy Pooh was a Miami rapper arguably best known for his collaboration with Moneybagg Yo on "Money On My Head." Having signed with Quality Control Music - home to artists such as Lil Baby, Migos, and the City Girls - he appeared to be headed for greatness despite his lack of widespread success.
Tragically, he was killed in a drive-by shooting, also in January. According to the Miami Herald, he was riding in a car with three other people, including two young children, when he was ambushed. Others were not injured. Wavy Navy Pooh was 28 years old when he passed away.
More senseless murders occured between January and June. TDott Woo and Snootie Wild were killed in February, Goonew in March, and Lil Keed in May.
Then in June, According to AllHipHop, rapper Trouble apparently passed away over the weekend of June 3rd. He was well-known for songs like "Ain't My Fault" and his connection with social media star Alexis Skyy.
What is happening to the country's budding rappers?
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