Sad news, rapper Nate Dogg has died. The cause of death is currently unknown but he had suffered two massive strokes in the past few years.
The rapper first made a name for himself on Dr. Dre’s classic album The Chronic, followed by a notable performance alongside Warren G on the smash record Regulate. He went on to release numerous solo albums including G-Funk Classics Vol. 1 & 2 followed up in late 2001 with Music & Me and his latest self-titled solo album Nate Dogg.
Following the news Snoop Dog Tweeted:
One of my best friends n a brother to me since 1986 when I was a sophomore at poly high where we met. I love u buddy luv. U will always b wit me 4ever n a day u put the g n g funk u put the 1 n 213 n u put yo stamp on evrybdy u ever didit wit.”
“I miss u cuzz I am so sad but so happy I got to grow up wit u and I will c u again n heaven cuz u know d slogan” Snoop continued. “all doggs go to heaven yo homie n baby brotha bigg snoopdogg!!”
Erykah Badu tweeted:
“Nate Dogg… freshness period. rest in beats”.
Nate Dogg’s brother Samuel phoned in to KDAY thanking fans for their support. He explained that he was still feeling numb after hearing the news of his brother’s death, and that Nate had been struggling with his illness for the past three years.
