RAP star Trouble has been tragically shot dead at the age of 34, and tributes are pouring in.
The rapper, whose legal name is Mariel Semonte Orr, was reportedly shot to death in a domestic home invasion at about 3.20am Sunday at the Lake St. James Apartment complex, the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office told WSB-TV.
His ex, Alexis Skyy, shared a touching tribute to the rapper, where she called him “Skoob.”
“I’m so sorry this happen to you Skoob you didn’t deserve this I’m praying for your kids and family,” she wrote.
Just weeks before his death, Trouble shared a chilling post about life being short.
“Neva know when yo numba gon be called!” Trouble tweeted weeks before his sudden death. “Life short dawg smh.”
“Love yo ppl n make sho dey know!” Trouble shared.
“It can be all ova anyday! On Lord.
Def Jam Recordings remembers the Atlanta rapper as a “true voice for his city” in a heartbreaking Instagram post.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the children, loved ones, and fans of Trouble,” the label said.
“A true voice for his city and an inspiration to the community he proudly represented. RIP Scoob”
Police are reportedly searching for 33-year-old Jamichael Jones in connection to the shooting.
Read our Trouble blog for the latest updates on his death …
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Rappers who died in 2022
Rappers who have tragically died this year include:
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Gucci Mane reacts
The popular American rapper has paid tribute to Trouble in a brief Twitter post.
“R.I.P. Trouble,” he wrote.
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Hip Hop media outlet pays tribute
Hot Freestyle has paid tribute to Trouble in a recent tweet, sharing an image of the rapper.
“RIP Trouble,” the outlet captioned the photo.
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Trouble performing in 2018
An image was taken of the slain rapper during a 2018 performance in Atlanta.
He performed at the BMI Know Them Now Experience at Buckhead Theatre on May 31, 2018.
Rapper Trouble performs at 2018 BMI Know Them Now Experience at Buckhead Theatre on May 31, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. Credit: Prince Williams/WireImage)Credit: Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage -
Lil Duval remembers Trouble
“Damn trouble was somebody i use to really preach to and help spiritually,” the comedian wrote in a Tweet.
“And he was learning how to be happy and live life. This one kinda hurt me i ain’t gon front”
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Alexis Skyy’s tribute
Trouble’s ex, Alexis Skyy, paid tribute to the rapper in a tweet.
She shared a photo with him along with the caption:
“I’m so sorry this happen to you Skoob you didn’t deserve this I’m praying for your kids and family”
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Trouble’s real name
The rapper’s legal name is Mariel Semonte Orr.
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Suspect sought
Police are searching for Jamichael Jones, 33.
Jones has been named a suspect in the case, and he now has warrants issued against him for murder, home invasion, and assault charges, according to Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Jedidia Canty.
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New details revealed
It has been revealed that Trouble was shot and killed during a domestic home invasion, according to Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Jedidia Canty.
Canty said during a news conference that the rapper was visiting a female friend when a man broke in and shot him.
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Members of the alleged YSL gang, continued
Other alleged members include:
- Kahlieff Adams aka “Bobby Hunt”
- Martinez Arnold aka “Duke”
- Derontae Bebee aka “Bee” or “B”
- Damone Blalock aka “Bail”
- Javaris Bradford aka ” Tuda”
- Justin Cobb aka “Duwap”
- Cordarius Dorsey aka “Polo” or “Juicy”
- Miles Farley aka “Slato” or “Lil Miles”
- Jevon Fleetwood aka “4tray” or “Psycho”
- Damekion Garlington aka “Dee” or “Sxarfaxe”
- Quantavious Grier aka “Unfoonk”
- Marquavius Huey aka “Qua”
- Deamonte Kendrick aka “Yak Gotti”
- Wunnie Lee aka “Slimelife Shawty”
- Demise McMullen aka “Nard”
- Tenquarius Mender aka “Stunna”
- Walter Murphy aka “DK”
- Jayden Myrick aka “SetTrip” or “JayMan”
- Quamarvious Nichols aka “Qua”
- Rodalius Ryan aka “Lil Rod”
- Antonio Sledge aka “Mounk Tounk”
- Trontavious Stephens aka “Tick” or “Slug”
- Shannon Stillwell aka “Shannon Jackson” or “SB”
- Antonio Sumlin aka “Obama”
- Jimmy Winfrey aka “Roscoe”
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Who are some alleged YSL gang members?
On May 9, 2022, Young Thug was arrested and 28 others were indicted and accused of being a part of a gang court documents refer to as “Young Slime Life” or YSL for short.
Other prominent names on the list are Sergio Kitchens, known professionally as Gunna, and aspiring rapper Christian Eppinger, according to Fox5 Atlanta.
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What is YSL?
Young Stoner Life, sometimes known as Young Slime/Slatt Life, is an Atlanta-based record label created in 2016 by rapper Young Thug.
Gunna, Lil Keed, Christian Eppinger, and others are among the musicians included.
Young Thug, real name Jeffery Lamar Williams, was arrested in Atlanta on May 9 on accusations of conspiring to violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) and engaging in street gang activities.
Along with his arrest, 28 YSL members have been charged with anything from murder to theft to narcotics use.
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Who was Lil Keed?
Lil Keed was a 24-year-old American rapper.
Born on March 16, 1998, in Atlanta, Georgia, the artist briefly worked at Subway and McDonald’s during his teenage years before breaking into the music industry.
He first started making music with his younger brother Semaja Render, posting the songs online.
He was then signed to Young Thug’s record label, YSL Records, as well as 300 Entertainment.
He tragically died in May 2022.
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‘Atlanta is in my prayers hard rn’
One fan said “Atlanta is in my prayers hard rn,” alongside a list of rappers who recently died or have legal troubles.
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Fan shares Thief in the Night video
“RIP Trouble,” they wrote on Twitter.
“Thief in the Night will forever be a classic.”
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‘Praying for the future’
The rapper’s ex continued: “Respect yo ppl Respect Life! It can Be all ova any day!”
Alexis then shared some words of her own, writing: “Praying for the industry … Praying for peace … Praying for protection … Praying for wisdom … Praying for guidance … Praying for the future,” via Instagram stories.
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Alexis Skyy on Trouble’s death
Following his death, Alexis took to her Instagram account to share a screenshot of one of Trouble’s Twitter posts from May 14, 2022.
“Life short af dawg smh,” the post reads.
“Neva know when yo numBa gon Be called! Move wit grace.”
Trouble’s tweet continued: “Be grateful … Forgive – Dont forget … Love yo ppl n make sho dey know!!”
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Trouble’s relationship with Alexis Skyy
Known for her appearances on various legs of the Love & Hip Hop franchise, Alexis Skyy is a social media influencer and reality television personality.
She and Trouble reportedly dated throughout 2019.
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When was Trouble shot?
The rapper was shot at about 3.20am Sunday.
The shooting occurred at the Lake St. James Apartment complex at 50 St. James Drive in Conyers, according to the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office.
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Trouble’s cause of death explained
The rapper was shot to death, the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office told WSB-TV.
His death was announced on June 5, 2022, by Def Jam Recordings on their Instagram profile.
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Basketball star mourns Trouble
Basketball player Tiffany Hayes said: “He was really the coolest.
“Fly high Skoob.”
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Trouble’s ex is ‘praying for the industry’
Alexis Sky, the ex-girlfriend of the Atlanta rapper posted on her Instagram story that she is “praying for the industry” as well as for peace, protection, guidance, wisdom, and for the future.
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‘Dark cloud over Atlanta’
One Trouble fan tweeted that the news felt unreal.
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Meek Mill woke up to the news
Rapper Meek Mill tweeted that he woke up to texts warning him to be careful as news of Trouble’s passing spreads.
“And I woke up to rip trouble…. Everybody texting be careful! Smh rip fam!!!!”
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Trouble’s accolades
Trouble’s song Bussin, from his debut album in 2011, has over 2.7million views on YouTube.
In 2015, the rapper was featured on Young Thug‘s hit Thief in the Night.
His 2018 debut studio album, Edgewood, includes a collaboration with Drake.
Trouble’s most recent album was Thug Luv in 2020.
