Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy, an American rapper, singer, and songwriter of notable acclaim, entered the world on January 23, 1998, in the city of Plantation, Florida.
He devoted a substantial portion of his formative years to residing in the suburban city of Lauderhill, Florida, where the seeds of his creative endeavors were sown. However, his life took a dramatic turn after being placed in a juvenile detention center, an experience that would ultimately serve as a catalyst for his transformation into a musician. Upon his release, he seized the opportunity to channel his emotions and thoughts into a creative outlet, and thus began his musical journey.
Xavier Dimitri Forte, professionally known as XXXTENTACION, garnered widespread recognition and acclaim within the burgeoning SoundCloud rap movement, a genre characterized by its fusion of atmospheric lo-fi production and heavy, 808-driven beats, which ultimately propelled him to stardom with his breakout single "Look at Me," a song that has since been certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA),a testament to its enduring impact and popularity.
Noted musician unveiled his inaugural full-length album, titled 17, on August 25, 2017, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career, as the album promptly secured the number 2 position on the prestigious US Billboard 200 chart, garnering widespread acclaim from critics, who were impressed by the album's deeply personal and relatable lyrics, as well as its remarkable musical eclecticism.
Xavier Dimitri Fathir Onfroy, a renowned American rapper, songwriter, and music producer, released his sophomore studio album on March 16, 2018, which promptly ascended to the pinnacle of the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing his remarkable musical prowess.
This album, which has been widely acclaimed, boasts an impressive array of singles that have all managed to breach the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, including "Sad!", "Changes", and "Moonlight", each of which has garnered significant attention and acclaim from music enthusiasts and critics alike.
In the week following his passing, the highest-charting single of the late artist, which bore the poignant title "Sad!", underwent a remarkable ascent on the esteemed Billboard Hot 100 chart, surging from its initial position of 52nd to ultimately claiming the coveted number one spot. This extraordinary feat marked a significant milestone, as Onfroy became the first artist to reach the top of the Hot 100 chart posthumously in a lead role since the legendary The Notorious B.I.G., who achieved this distinction with his iconic hit "Mo Money Mo Problems" back in 1997.
The life of XXXTENTACION, a talented and influential musician, was cut tragically short when he was senselessly murdered at the tender age of 20 on June 18, 2018, in a senseless act of violence that occurred at a motorcycle dealership in Deerfield Beach, Florida.
On that fateful day, the 20-year-old rapper, who had already made a significant impact on the music industry with his unique sound and emotional lyrics, was fatally shot during a robbery at the dealership. The attackers, driven by greed and a lack of regard for human life, fled the scene in an SUV, leaving behind a Louis Vuitton bag containing a staggering $50,000.
Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy, professionally known as XXXTENTACION, may have had a relatively brief yet illustrious career, leaving behind a profound and lasting impact on the music world, particularly among his devoted young fanbase, as well as the hip-hop industry at large, with his influential and innovative work continuing to resonate with listeners and inspire future generations of artists.
