The world of hip-hop is mourning the sudden passing of Rich Homie Quan, the "Type of Way" rapper, who died at the age of 34 in Atlanta on September 5th.
Dequantes Devontay Lamar, known to millions as Rich Homie Quan, left an indelible mark on the music world, and his family has broken their silence following his untimely death. In an exclusive statement shared, Lamar's loved ones expressed their profound grief while vowing to keep his spirit alive through his music and legacy.
"On Thursday, September 5, 2024, the Lamar family lost our beloved son, brother, father, and friend. Known to the world as Rich Homie Quan, Dequantes Devontay Lamar was a proud native of the great city of Atlanta, Georgia, and represented for the A as he and his music traveled across this globe," the statement read.
"While his departure leaves a void in our hearts, we are comforted by the knowledge that his music and resilient spirit will endure. Quan’s legacy will forever serve as a soundtrack to our lives, and for this, we are deeply thankful. Details of his celebration of life will be shared soon. We extend our gratitude to everyone for their kind words and support during this difficult time."
Lamar, celebrated for hits like "Type of Way" and "Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)," was a dedicated father to five children: sons Devin, Royal, Khosen, and Layor, along with his daughter Alayna.
The Fulton County Medical Examiner confirmed Lamar's passing, stating they were informed by Grady Memorial Hospital of his death. An autopsy was conducted on Friday; however, the exact cause of death remains undetermined, pending further laboratory analysis and microscopic examination of tissue samples.
Following the heartbreaking news, tributes to Lamar began pouring in from fellow artists across social media. Rapper Boosie, 41, posted, "JUST TALKED TO YOU BRA #tipQUAN Never go forget yo smile n the way you talked n of course yo music."
Born on October 4, 1989, Lamar officially entered the music scene in 2012 and rose to prominence the following year with his hit "Type of Way," as well as a notable feature on YG's "My N----" alongside Jeezy. "Type of Way," the second single from his third mixtape "Still Goin In: Reloaded", climbed to No. 50 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a gold certification.
Rich Homie Quan also made memorable appearances on tracks like "Lifestyles" with Young Thug and "Save Dat Money" with Lil Dicky and Fetty Wap. His debut album, "Rich as in Spirit", released in March 2018, reached No. 32 on the Billboard 200 chart.
As fans and the music community alike grapple with this loss, Rich Homie Quan's influence and sound will undoubtedly live on, echoing the passion and resilience that defined his career.
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