DJ Unk’s demise shocked the hip-hop group over the weekend. However simply a few days after his passing, we’re lastly studying what led to the Atlanta rapper now not being with us.
On Sunday, Unk’s widow Sherkita Lengthy-Platt shared with TMZ that the “Stroll It Out” rapper died in his sleep after struggling a coronary heart assault. Lengthy-Platt and different members of Unk’s household had been motivated to share his reason behind demise after it was rumored that medicine had been concerned in his demise, they usually wished to set the document straight that he didn’t do medicine.
TMZ additionally reported {that a} candlelight vigil passed off on Sunday at Central Park in Atlanta, Ga.
Unk’s spouse was additionally the one who introduced that her husband died in a Fb put up final week. “Please respect me and my household. I simply misplaced my husband and my children simply misplaced their father,” she wrote. “Our life won’t ever be the identical. I LOVE YOU ANTHONY FOREVER.”
His label, Massive Oomp Information, additionally confirmed his demise in a put up on Instagram Friday, writing, “It’s with a heavy coronary heart and profound disappointment that we announce the passing of a real ATL legend, Anthony Platt higher often called ‘DJ Unk.’
“DJ Unk was not only a legendary DJ, rapper and producer, however a real cornerstone of our label and the imprint that he left globally can be cherished without end,” the put up continued. “Hit songs reminiscent of ‘Stroll It Out’ and ‘2 Step’ have left an indelible mark on the trade, and his legacy will proceed to encourage artists, DJs, and followers alike for years to come back. His vitality, creativity, and dedication to the craft won’t ever be forgotten.”
Whereas he was not as fashionable or profitable as many different Atlanta rappers, Unk will at all times be a legend within the metropolis. His 2006 debut single, “Stroll It Out” was an immediate basic in Atlanta and spawned one of the vital fashionable dances of the time.
His second single, “2 Step,” was additionally launched on his debut studio album. “Beat’n Down Yo Block!” was additionally one other hit monitor that additional energized Atlanta’s rap scene on the time.