Rapper Young Capone dies at age 35 after being reported missing in Chicago
Rapper Young Capone has tragically passed away just weeks after reportedly missing in Chicago.
His publicist Aleesha Carter announced his death on Tuesday with “a heavy heart” via Instagram.
“It is with a heavy heart that I am even posting this. We made magic when we released projects strategically, always,” she began. “Young Capone, aka Dopeboy Ra, aka Rara, was one of my first hip-hop/rap clients, and I can’t believe the news I just received of his unexpected passing! A friend…a client and just huge in East Atlanta. This is not the easiest post at all. Rest in peace, RIP.”
The post featured an excerpt from his music video starring Mario, Choosin, along with artwork honoring the late Atlanta rapper, who was also known by fans as Dopeboy Ra and RaRa.
The cause of death is not yet known. He was 35 years old, according to Mood.
Rapper Young Capone has tragically passed away weeks after reportedly missing in Chicago; pictured 2017
According to 103.5 The BattleCapone went missing in Chicago sometime in July.
After news of his passing came out, the likes of Jermaine Dupri and several other musicians offered their condolences.
Dupri shared a snippet of the Young Capone song I’m Hot along with a photo of the late musician smoking in a car. He captioned the post with four dove emojis.
Grand Hustle’s Tip shared a statement paying tribute to the late rapper and supporting his family and fans.
“The Grand Hustle family is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Rara (formally known as Young Capone). We extend our sincere condolences to his family, children, friends and the community of Atlanta.
“Our Grand Hustle brother will be truly missed for his remarkable presence and effortless talent.”
Music manager Djuan Hart posted on Instagram with the music video for Friends: ‘Really not the kind of message I want to post man. Making this video was the first thing I thought of when I heard that Shawty had passed away. Great talent no… Condolences to his family and loved ones.’
Rapper JID tweeted, “ra passed away, I’m confused.”
Born Rodriguez Smith, Young Capone rose to prominence in the mid-2000s by performing in Atlanta’s underground hip-hop scene, according to XXL.
Born Rodriguez Smith, Young Capone rose to prominence in the mid-2000s by performing in Atlanta’s underground hip-hop scene; pictured 2017 in Atlanta
“This is not the easiest post at all”: His publicist Aleesha Carter announced his death with “heavy heart” via Instagram on Tuesday
The rapper released numerous albums during his prolific career, including the 2010 album Tha Life of a Youngsta, followed by Paper and Politics, both of which were released before changing his name to Dopeboy Ra.
He eventually joined forces with Grand Hustle and appeared in numerous songs on their 2017 album We Want Smoke, including Friends and Game 7.
Notable rappers he has worked with include Daz Dillinger and Jermaine Dupri, whose record label he would eventually join. While signing to Dupri’s label So So Def in 2006, he dropped the track Lights, Camera, Action, according to People.
His album, SlumMade 2.0, was released late last year, according to XXL.