XXXTentacion

Xxxtentacion (cropped)

American rapper and singer (1998–2018)

Birth name	Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy
Also known as
Born	January 23, 1998 Plantation, Florida, U.S.
Origin
Died	June 18, 2018 Deerfield Beach, Florida, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop, trap, lo-fi, emo rap
Occupation(s)	Rapper, singer, songwriter
Instrument(s)

XXXTentacion (born Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy; January 23, 1998 – June 18, 2018) was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He was a prominent figure in the SoundCloud rap scene and gained mainstream attention with his breakthrough single "Look at Me".

Early Life

XXXTentacion was born in Plantation, Florida, and raised primarily by his grandmother in Lauderhill, Florida. He had a troubled childhood and was frequently involved in violent altercations. He began writing music after being released from a juvenile detention center and started recording and uploading his songs to SoundCloud in 2013.

Career

XXXTentacion's music is characterized by its raw and emotional content, often dealing with themes of depression, isolation, and mental health. His debut album, 17, was released in August 2017 and received critical acclaim for its introspective lyrics and unique sound. His second album, ?, was released in March 2018 and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

Notable Works

• 17 (2017)
• ? (2018)
• Skins (2018)
• Bad Vibes Forever (2019)

Personal Life

XXXTentacion had a controversial personal life, marked by legal issues and allegations of domestic violence. Despite this, he maintained a large and dedicated fanbase who were drawn to his candid and often vulnerable approach to music.

Death

On June 18, 2018, XXXTentacion was shot and killed in a robbery at a motorcycle dealership in Deerfield Beach, Florida. His death was widely mourned in the music community, and he has since been remembered as a significant and influential figure in modern hip hop.

Legacy

XXXTentacion's influence on the SoundCloud rap scene and his impact on the genre of emo rap have been widely acknowledged. His music continues to be celebrated for its emotional depth and innovative style.

Discography

• 17 (2017)
• ? (2018)
• Skins (2018)
• Bad Vibes Forever (2019)

See Also

• SoundCloud rap
• Emo rap
• List of murdered hip hop musicians