The music world mourns the premature death of Harlem drill rapper, Edot Baby, who tragically died at just 17 years old. His passing is a shock to his followers and fans, leaving many to wish him peace in the afterlife.
Reports suggest that the cause of death was likely a self-inflicted gunshot to the head, although rumors of an overdose are also circulating. Confirmation of his passing was made by several American journalists, while his management and crew have yet to comment on his demise.
Born and raised in New York City’s Harlem district, Edot Baby had just started his rap career. His first studio album, “E With The Dot”, was released on March 18, 2022. He followed up his debut with a second album named “You Started, I Finish” on September 30, the same year.
Edot Baby was known for popular tracks like “Faster”, “Reminiscing”, “Eyes Open”, and “Don’t Play”, and was heavily influenced by the likes of NBA YoungBoy, Young Thug, Lil Baby, and Rich Homie Quan. In an interview with “On the Radar”, Edot revealed that he drew inspiration from the melodious rappers he grew up listening to and was committed to making a name for himself in the drill music scene.
The rapper had amassed a substantial following on social media, boasting over 72K subscribers on YouTube and more than 166K followers on Instagram.
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Young Rapper Edot Baby Dies at Age 17
Edot Baby, a promising young rapper, has tragically passed away at just 17 years old, leaving fans shocked and puzzled by his sudden departure. The artist, born February 7, 2005, spent his early years in the Sugar Hill neighborhood of Harlem, New York before gaining fame for his unique Drill Music style.
The heartbreaking news of Edot Baby’s untimely death swiftly spread through social media, with fans and peers expressing their profound sorrow. Many took to Twitter to share heartfelt tributes to the teenager.
One Twitter user mournfully advised, “RIP edotbaby. Check on your friends, truly. Mental health is real. Don’t suppress your feelings, talk to someone. If nobody’s there, jot it down, speak to yourself. Stay sober, don’t use drugs to escape your mental health issues. If you’re stressed, call National Suicide Prevention at 988.”
Another individual highlighted the hidden struggles many face, tweeting, “Edot baby’s death is a painful reminder that we often don’t know what battles people are fighting behind closed doors. Rest in harmony, E with the Dot.”
A fan expressed their exhaustion with the rising mental health crisis among young African Americans, tweeting: “Tired of seeing young Black people taking their own lives on my timeline… RIP edot baby. The mental health of the Black community matters, and it’s high time we start taking it seriously.”
Slim Dollars, who had a close relationship with Edot, shared his personal grief, writing, “RIP Edot baby! You were like a slight brother to me. I’m grateful you trusted me with your career and allowed me into your life. Despite the challenges, it was an honor to know you.”
