Young Noble, Rapper from Outlaws, Dies at 47
Younger Noble, a member of the hip-hop group Outlaws, has tragically passed away at the age of 47.
The artist, known for his collaborations with Tupac Shakur, reportedly died by suicide in Atlanta on July 4th, according to reports.
In response, his family has started a GoFundMe campaign to help cover his funeral expenses.
After news of his passing surfaced, rapper Snoop Dogg took to social media to honor Noble.
Snoop shared, “Damn, mental health is real.” He included a tribute on Instagram featuring Shakur and Outlawz’s song “The Good Die Young.”
Another artist, Damian “Big Percy” Roderick, expressed his sorrow, saying, “I wish I could change the last call of shit @outlawznation @theoutlawzofficial rest easy homie @young_noble.”
Eddie Mean, a fellow Outlaws member, also shared his grief on Instagram. He described it as one of the worst news he’d ever received, reflecting on their decade-long partnership.
He mentioned, “I can’t talk about this now” but emphasized the seriousness of mental illness, urging people to check on their loved ones.
Despite the heartbreak, comments of support flooded in, with Snoop sending prayers to the family and others paying their respects, calling Noble a legend.
Noble joined the Outlaws in 1996, handpicked by Shakur, making him the last member to join the group.
The Outlaws signed with Deathrow Records in 1997, shortly after Shakur’s death, and remained with the label until 1999.
Noble collaborated with Shakur on several tracks, including the iconic “Hail Mary.” He released his solo album “Noble Justice” in 2002 and followed with “Son of God” in 2012.
In his last Instagram post, Noble shared an uplifting message, encouraging others to recognize that they’re not alone in their struggles and that positive changes are on the horizon.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can reach out for help. In New York City, call 888-NYC-Well for confidential crisis counseling. Outside the city, you can dial 988 for the suicide and crisis lifeline.
