On Friday night (8.30) after collapsing during a concert in Hamden, Connecticut, Fatman Scoop died.
Born Isaac Freeman III, according to TMZ, the New York-born rapper was performing at Town Center Park when he appeared to have suffered a medical emergency where a fan-captured video showed the legendary hip-hop musician and radio personality collapsing mid-performance. And following chest compressions performed by medical personnel, the artist was transferred to a local hospital.
On Saturday morning (8.31), Scoop’s death was confirmed in a post from his family on Instagram:
“It is with profound sadness and very heavy hearts that we share news of the passing of the legendary and iconic Fatman Scoop.” “Last night, the world lost a radiant soul, a beacon of light on the stage and in life.” “Fatman Scoop was known to the world as the undisputed voice of the club. His music made us dance and embrace life with positivity. His joy was infectious and the generosity he extended to all will be deeply missed but never forgotten.”
Taking to social media, Freeman’s tour manager Bryan “DJ Pure Cold” Michael also shared the news via Instagram:
“I am honestly lost for words.” “You took me all over the world and had me performing alongside you on some of the biggest and greatest stages on this planet, the things you taught me have truely made me the man I am today.”
Fatman gained notoriety with his 1999 club favorite “Be Faithful,” featuring the Crooklyn Clan and he also appeared on Missy Elliott’s 2005 hit “Lose Control,” alongside Ciara. The song peaked at #3 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and its video earned a Grammy Award in 2006 for best short form music video. The track also earned a Grammy nomination for best rap song.
Remembering her past collaborator, on Saturday morning (8.31) Elliott took to her X account, writing:
“Prayers for Fatman Scoop family for STRENGTH during this difficult time.” “Fatman Scoop VOICE & energy have contributed to MANY songs that made the people feel HAPPY & want to dance for over 2 decades. Your IMPACT is HUGE & will be NEVER be forgotten.”
Fatman Scoop’s additional musical accomplishments include a feature on Mariah Carey’s 2005 song “It’s Like That,” which reached #16 on Billboard’s Hot 100, and over the years, he would appear on tracks by Skrillex (“Recess”), David Guetta (“Love Is Back”) and Ciara (“Level Up” remix), among many others.
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Author: Saul Goode
Photo: Skynews