Rapper Chino XL has reportedly passed away at the ago of 50.
The rapper, whose real name was Derek Emmanuel Barbosa, released four albums throughout his career, including the acclaimed debut album Here to Save You All.
A cause of death has not yet been revealed, but friends of the rapper have been paying tribute to him on social media. A source confirmed the death to AllHipHop.com.
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Public Enemy‘s Chuck D tweeted, “This ones a tough one. I admired Dj Polo as a @hiphopgods PEer. @CHINOXL was my brother in rhyme & Art. He encouraged my graphics forward. We exchanged art books. He looked out to protect my lyric books better. He supported my events. We supported his music & ????????rt.”
Read more tributes below.
This ones a tough one. I admired Dj Polo as a @hiphopgods PEer. @CHINOXL was my brother in rhyme & Art. He encouraged my graphics forward. We exchanged art books. He looked out to protect my lyric books better. He supported my events. We supported his music & ????????rt pic.twitter.com/UlCaIx70ke
— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) July 30, 2024
We spoke on the phone the other day and laughed. Our careers have been tied together since the Wake Up Show freestyles decades ago. I’m fucked up. Rest in Peace my brother Chino XL ????????????????
— Crook ????????️???? (@CrookedIntriago) July 30, 2024
I’m stunned to learn that @CHINOXL has passed away. He was so active for so long…this is shocking and sudden to say the least. I was looking really forward to rocking with him again this year. Our condolences go to his family and friends. #RIPChinoXL pic.twitter.com/JN9wW6Nm41
— Sage Francis (@SageFrancis) July 30, 2024
Some thoughts on my friend @CHINOXL
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— Stu Bangas (@Stu_Bangas) July 30, 2024
