French American rapper, Lucas Coly has died at the age of 27, as confirmed by his manager per US Weekly. The announcement has sent shockwaves through the music community and among his fans.
Coly was recognized for his viral presence on social media, his online freestyles, and his music. Coly was born in France and immigrated to the United States at just 8 years old. He gained popularity on Vine 10 years ago and was best known for his song
“I Just Wanna.”
His manager expressed profound sadness over the loss,
“Rest in peace @iamlucascoly I love you bro. My heart is ripped in half. Wait for me up there,”
he wrote on Instagram.
“Being your manager was one of the reasons I stayed here. There’s a hole in my heart right now Lucas,”
he added.
“We used to speak on our struggles all the time but smile for the fans. So many people hurt us again and again but we had each other. I don’t know what to do now. I’d be a hypocrite if I told you not to, and I go and do the same.”
Coly’s last Instagram story read,
“I love y’all,”
leaving fans to speculate that the rapper took his life. However, the cause of death has not been confirmed, reports note. Fans and fellow musicians have begun to share their tributes, honoring the life and legacy of this promising artist.
#Clique, what are your thoughts?
