Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan, best known for his hits Type of Way and “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh), has tragically passed away at the age of 34 due to a reported drug overdose.
News of his death has sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community, with fans and fellow artists expressing their grief online. Rapper Boosie took to X to confirm that Quan’s passing was the result of an overdose, a revelation that has left many mourning.
JUST GOT WORD @RichHomieQuan JUST OD ‼️JUST TALK TO WUAN THE OTHER DAY #gomissunigga
— Boosie BadAzz (@BOOSIEOFFICIAL) September 5, 2024
Rich Homie Quan, born Dequantes Lamar, was recently seen in court supporting his friend and fellow rapper Young Thug, who is currently facing RICO charges. Also, Quan had close ties to Young Stoner Life Records, the label founded by Young Thug. He was celebrated for his work in the genre. This includes collaborations with industry heavyweights like Birdman on tracks such as Lifestyle.
Additionally, the news of Quan’s passing comes just months after the hip-hop world lost another rising star, rapper Enchanting, who died in June at age 26 following a battle with drug addiction. Enchanting, born Channing Nicole Larry, reportedly spent her final days attempting to recover from withdrawal at a friend’s home, but tragically succumbed to an overdose.
Meanwhile, Quan’s death marks another heartbreaking moment for the music industry. Also, it highlights the ongoing struggles with substance abuse that continue to impact the lives of young artists. Lastly, as the hip-hop community mourns his passing, fans and friends alike are left reflecting on the legacy of a rapper whose influence spanned over a decade.
RAPPER RICH HOMIE QUAN IS DEAD, HE WAS PLATINUM SELLING RAPPER
Famed rapper Rich Homie Quan died in Atlanta next to his girlfriend. The homie Quan made multiple people feel some type of way through his music https://t.co/GWfPrjrFCA
— Charlotte Alerts News (@AlertsCharlotte) September 6, 2024
JUST TALKED TO YOU BRA 😓 #tipQUAN Never go forget yo smile n the way talked n of course yo music 💯
— Boosie BadAzz (@BOOSIEOFFICIAL) September 5, 2024
WE GOT SOME GOOD ASS MEMORIES TOGETHER N THAT GO ALWAYS BRING A SMILE TO MY FACE #restupquan WE WAS COOKING UP SOME SHIT TOO 🤘🏾
— Boosie BadAzz (@BOOSIEOFFICIAL) September 5, 2024