Rapper Chino XL’s family has spoken out following his unexpected demise on July 28, 2024, revealing that the veteran rapper died by suicide.
They hoped that this tragic event would be an opportunity to raise awareness and provide support for those struggling with mental health issues.
The statement, released to Rolling Stone on September 29, 2024, appeared to be written by his children. As reported by TMZ, it reads:
“With the most profound sadness imaginable, we share the news that our beloved father decided to end his own Life. It’s been the most painful and personal experience of our lives but in honor of Suicide Awareness Month, we decided to share this truth. Dad would hope that this news may help someone else stay alive.”
His daughters expressed that he was their foundation and closest companion. They shared that their father loved them deeply and imparted invaluable lessons. Numerous emails, texts, messages, and heartfelt social media posts have demonstrated that he served as a source of strength for many.
According to his daughters, the rapper encouraged and comforted those around him, leaving behind an enduring creative legacy. They conveyed their immense gratitude for the time spent with him and expressed their feelings of being overwhelmed by the worldwide outpouring of love. They also requested ongoing privacy as they cope with this significant loss.
Chino XL, who was 50, struggled with lifelong depression and was diagnosed with congenital heart failure in 2020. He also had stage 4 prostate cancer. According to the Ventura County Medical Examiner's office, his official cause of death was asphyxia due to ligature hanging.
Chino XL is survived by five children, five grandchildren, mother, and partner
After his death, his daughters released a statement on his Instagram account. They expressed that their father enriched their lives with valuable lessons and immense love. They shared their pride in his accomplishments, his generous spirit, and the impact he made on the world.
They hoped that his lasting influence on hip-hop, would be the foundation of his legacy and encouraged everyone to embrace their loved ones as frequently as possible. However, Chino XL's family renounced the release of his posthumous album through an Instagram post on September 28, 2024. They wrote:
“It is with frustration, anger and pain that we renounce the “October release” date for Chino XL’s posthumous album. The family and estate of Derek Barbosa own all rights, copyright and trademarks of the Chino XL name; his voice and likeness.”
They emphasized that California law safeguarded these rights, and no permission had been given for any sales or commercial promotion of Darkness and Other Colors, urging everyone to stay tuned for an official release date.
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Born in the Bronx on April 8, 1974, Chino XL later moved to New Jersey. He began his music career in his teenage years and signed with the American Recordings label, founded by producer Rick Rubin.
The rapper gained recognition with his debut album, Here to Save You All, released in 1996 and featuring the single Kreep. Chino XL continued to build his discography with subsequent albums, including I Told You So in 2001, Poison Pen in 2006, and RICANstruction: The Black Rosary in 2012.
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