Lil Keed, a fast rising Atlanta rapper signed to Young Thug’s YSL Records and 300 Entertainment, died on Friday, aged 24.
His cause of death was not disclosed.
The “Oh My God” rapper’s passing was first confirmed online by his younger brother, Lil Gotit, who posted an emotional Instagram tribute in the early hours of Saturday morning.
“Can’t believe I seened u die today bro I did all my cries,” he captioned a photo of him and Lil Keed. “I know what u want me to do and that’s go hard for Mama Daddy Our Brothers Naychur and Whiteboy #ImaHoldthisS—tDown.”
On his Instagram Story, Lil Gotit, real name Semaja Render, grieved the loss of his older brother, writing, “Whyyy bra whyyy u leave me bra.”
“All gas no brakes no more playin,” he continued. “I got u Keed!”
Born as Raqhid Jevon Render in Atlanta, Georgia on March 16, 1998, Lil Keed rose to prominence within the Atlanta rap scene with multiple hits including “Oh My God” and “Nameless.” He is survived by his daughter, Naychur.
He also garnered attention with mixtapes like Trapped on Cleveland and Slime Avenue, signing to YSL and 300 in 2018.
The following year, he released his debut album Long Live Mexico, which featured Young Thug, Gunna and Roddy Ricch.
He also has collaborations with Future and Lil Yachty.
