Three Mafia Rappers Die at 43

Female rap pioneer Lola Chantrell Mitchell — Three 6 Mafia’s Gangsta Boo — has died at the age of 43.

Memphis, Tennessee, FOX affiliate FOX13 reported The rapper was reported to have been found dead around 4 p.m. on Sunday. However, no cause of death has been officially announced.

According to a report from entertainment website TMZ, Mitchell’s former label mate DJ Paul appeared to confirm that she had passed away, sharing a photo of her via Instagram late on Sunday afternoon.

Gangsta Boo worked with other rappers like Paul, Juicy J, Lord Infamous, Crunchy Black, and Koopsta Knicca — and was featured on the rap group’s first 5 studio albums, including their debut record. She made a name for her self with solo projects.

Twitter began to flood with tributes to the pioneering artist shortly after the news broke.

“Rest In Peace Gangsta Boo The first lady of Three 6 Mafia,” Andrew Barber tweeted. “An incredible artist who could ride a beat like no other & transcended generations in a fickle business. Her solo debut ‘Enquiring Minds’ remains one of the best of the Hypnotize Minds canon. Peace & love to her family.”

“Gangsta Boo wasn’t just this pioneer for women in rap. She was a foundational figure in music. you’d never know just by talking to her, because she was such a sweet, self-effacing person who’d never tout her many accomplishments unbidden. This is just f***ing awful,” another said.

Singer K. Michelle added, “You already know what it is. We FOREVER! Broke my whole heart today sis. I love you. #Memphis R.I.P. Gangsta Boo.”

It is already known. We are forever! You broke my heart today, sis. I love you❤️#memphis R.I.P Gangsta Boo pic.twitter.com/fGV6simLyt

— K. Michelle (@kmichelle) January 1, 2023

“According to reports, Memphis rapper #GangstaBoo of #Three6Mafia has died at the age of 43. Her cause of death is currently unknown. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends,” WorldStarHipHop also offered condolences.

According to reports, a Memphis rapper is now available #GangstaBoo This is #Three6Mafia At the age of 43, she died. The cause of her death is not yet known. We send our thoughts and prayers to her family and friends. pic.twitter.com/hDyS9uBCOp

— WORLDSTARHIPHOP (@WORLDSTAR) January 1, 2023

“Gangsta Boo was such a unique artist … style wise, voice wise … energy. She was not the token woman of the crew … she really brought her own style to 3-6/Hypnotized Minds and made them a better more complete click/label …” RosenbergRadio tweeted.

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