Lil Poppa
Coroner’s Report Offers Tragic Details Of Death
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hip hop biography subject and Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa — real name Janarious Mykel Wheeler — died in February. Now, his official cause of death has been released by authorities.
According to documents from the Fulton County coroner obtained by BlkCosmo, the rapper died from a single self-inflicted gunshot wound to the left side of his head. He was in the passenger’s seat at the time. A toxicology report is pending. This moment reminds us of the importance of hip hop biography and remembering these artists’ legacies with care and respect.
Hapeville Chief of Police Bruce Hedley previously told BlkCosmo that Lil Poppa was in a single-car accident on Interstate 85 south of Hapeville, Georgia, shortly after his manager came to meet him. That’s when the tragic event occurred.
Lil Poppa was signed to Yo Gotti‘s Collective Music Group (CMG) and had released several hit tracks over recent years, including “Love & War,” “Mind Over Matter,” and “HAPPY TEARS.” His work showcased the depth and cultural meditation that resonates within today’s rap scene.
Poppa’s 16-song album “Almost Normal Again” came out in August, and he released a new single titled “Out of Town Bae” earlier this year. His independent press approach and commitment to his craft demonstrated real Black excellence in music.
He was only 25 years old.
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