Rest in Peace DMX April 9th, 2021

[murksiderock]

I remember his zenith ('97 to '02?), and I remember how popular he was. I was never a big fan to be honest, I "liked" him and some of his work but wasn't a diehard like I had to have X music or check all his new drops...

I can tell you in middle school I was kinda alone in that perspective, at least in my peer group. Muhfukkas loved this dude and again thats when he was at his most popular...

I'm sure I've mentioned this in an X thread on here in years past, but I've always thought him to be pretty overrated as a rapper. He had a really high peak but in the grand scheme of things, there was only a small window of time where his artistry was relevant. At his peak he was a big dog in his day but I don't find the majority of his music to be timeless...

That said, it was always apparent fam had a magnetism that drew people to him, not just hip hop listeners but when you watched how other artists regarded and received him in public (promos, shows, interviews), he has a really unique place of affectionism within The Culture that is damn near universal. Its always sad to hear someone go out like this, and as many of you mentioned he's been fighting these demons for decades...

They haven't announced it yet which is well within their rights as his loved ones, but 4 days on life support and brain dead, its imminent at this point. RIP Dark Man X, he's leaving a unique and magnificent impact on The Culture and I hope his soul finds peace and rest...

 

[head shots101]

I know we’re sick about X and all... but we shouldn’t be looking to hang somebody.... I don’t like the Nore shyt folks pushing

What nore shyt you talking about ?

 

[-Quikness-]

Agreed. These are all adults who make their own decisions. Anyone who's been around an addict or has one in their family knows how exhausting and draining that shyt can be. You have to set your own boundaries with them to not get hurt or pulled in. Otherwise you cut them off. X might do something worse to himself if they pull away. Vicious cycle

One of my closest friends is a heroin addict, has been since about the age of 16. It’s so draining when you care about someone and you try to help them, not only because it hurts you seeing them do it to themselves but all the lies and bullshytting about the addiction is enough to mentally drain you, let alone them. I had to cut this dude off, I tried to get him help, even in the end his father was taking piss tests for him so he would be able to see his kids. It hurts to say but I know I’m better off without all that shyt in my life.

I say all of that to say I have an understanding of what an addict goes through and what it does to the people around them also. All that shyt I’ve read in here about “oh that’s what happens to addicts” yeah that shyt can happen but it’s not as simple as just walking away from your addiction. It will grip you in and make it think it’s your friend. It’s not X’s fault if it was an overdose, it’s the addict inside him that’s done this.

Just my 2 cents

And the shyt I’m reading about NORE, when was X up there? I haven’t seen the interview yet. Even if he was up there with NORE the night before, it’s not NORES fault, X could’ve very likely got fukked up that nite wether at home or on NORES show, but I agree nobody should have been encouraging X that’s what it comes down to I guess.

 

[DarkandHellisHot]

How? Yall gotta stop hoping for miracles and be realistic.

Only way he survives is if the reports aren't true and he isn't brain dead. If he is there is no healing a non functioning brain.

thing is, we really don't know what's really going on. it's everyone speaking different versions.

Lawyer said he was breathing at his own. Hours later, he said someone give me wrong info.

Then TMZ (i think it was on the first day), writed this on the article "DMX was rushed to a hospital in White Plains, New York and is in the critical care unit. We're told he has "some brain activity." and in another

"Nevertheless, the rapper's family is not giving up. DMX suffered a heart attack during the OD, and family members are holding out hope when the inflammation subsides his heart will restore itself. Of course, that does not have an impact on brain function."

it's a lot of spread info. should be only done by one person but everyone is speaking different versions of the story.

 

[Malcolmxxx_23]

One of my closest friends is a heroin addict, has been since about the age of 16. It’s so draining when you care about someone and you try to help them, not only because it hurts you seeing them do it to themselves but all the lies and bullshytting about the addiction is enough to mentally drain you, let alone them. I had to cut this dude off, I tried to get him help, even in the end his father was taking piss tests for him so he would be able to see his kids. It hurts to say but I know I’m better off without all that shyt in my life.

I say all of that to say I have an understanding of what an addict goes through and what it does to the people around them also. All that shyt I’ve read in here about “oh that’s what happens to addicts” yeah that shyt can happen but it’s not as simple as just walking away from your addiction. It will grip you in and make it think it’s your friend. It’s not X’s fault if it was an overdose, it’s the addict inside him that’s done this.

Just my 2 cents

one of my best friends i grew up is addicted to coke...we/and his family tried everything for ten years..even got him out the country
eventually his family had to let him go

sad sometimes i would see him roam around downtown looking for next high....
and im like i grew up with this dude, played ball with him
drugs

 

[spliz]

I know we’re sick about X and all... but we shouldn’t be looking to hang somebody.... I don’t like the Nore shyt folks pushing

I don’t think Nore should be getting the BLAME for anything because X is X but it does highlight how irresponsible Nore is in general. nikka in rehab and is a recovering addict and u got this nikka on ur show drinking up a storm. It says something about ur character fam.

 

[re'up]

yeah, I have many friends and extended circle of friends who have died from drug addiction, or related causes, close friend has been struggling with heroin addiction for years. I go back and forth, but he's hard to maintain a friendship with, because he's never really gotten sober, just a few months here and there.

 

[RichYung]

I feel like I always quote you with this but....remember where you are lol. C

And you’re right smh... cause man

 

[RichYung]

I don’t think Nore should be getting the BLAME for anything because X is X but it does highlight how irresponsible Nore is in general. nikka in rehab and is a recovering addict and u got this nikka on ur show drinking up a storm. It says something about ur character fam.

Bro X has enablers around him and has had ‘em for about 20+ years.... we really don’t need to get into it crazy but Nore just getting slammed is type corny. We ALL love X but we don’t have to find some kinda villain to get on to make ourselves feel better.

 

[spliz]

Bro X has enablers around him and has had ‘em for about 20+ years.... we really don’t need to get into it crazy but Nore just getting slammed is type corny. We ALL love X but we don’t have to find some kinda villain to get on to make ourselves feel better.

Of course he’s had enablers it’s the only way he couldve been moving that same way for years. And I don’t believe Nore is to blame for X being an addict or relapsing. But if u see a nikka is in rehab. And u make a damn video offering him drinks. Of course people Gonna point to u like “wtf u doin?”. “Why are u supporting this shyt?”. And since nikkas have seen Nore literally try to pressure nikkas to drink up there even when they don’t want to and no matter the reasons they give him. I think nikkas coming at him altho not right should be a wake up call to him to be more responsible with his format and platform in the least.

 

[GetRichOrDieTryin]

Praying hard for x man, haven't felt this sad since that news of Wayne came out saying he was on his death bed.

Really hoping x pulls through

 

[George's Dilemma]

I remember his zenith ('97 to '02?), and I remember how popular he was. I was never a big fan to be honest, I "liked" him and some of his work but wasn't a diehard like I had to have X music or check all his new drops...

I can tell you in middle school I was kinda alone in that perspective, at least in my peer group. Muhfukkas loved this dude and again thats when he was at his most popular...

I'm sure I've mentioned this in an X thread on here in years past, but I've always thought him to be pretty overrated as a rapper. He had a really high peak but in the grand scheme of things, there was only a small window of time where his artistry was relevant. At his peak he was a big dog in his day but I don't find the majority of his music to be timeless...

That said, it was always apparent fam had a magnetism that drew people to him, not just hip hop listeners but when you watched how other artists regarded and received him in public (promos, shows, interviews), he has a really unique place of affectionism within The Culture that is damn near universal. Its always sad to hear someone go out like this, and as many of you mentioned he's been fighting these demons for decades...

They haven't announced it yet which is well within their rights as his loved ones, but 4 days on life support and brain dead, its imminent at this point. RIP Dark Man X, he's leaving a unique and magnificent impact on The Culture and I hope his soul finds peace and rest...

I think he had the same thing Pac had. I liked X, but wasn't the hugest fan. Same with Pac, he's not in my top 5 or 10, but I can't deny his impact. Some dudes just have that "it" factor, charisma, mic presence, voice, etc.. The other thing too is some artists you just feel them. Pac and X both had a way of making you feel them. They both rapped so direct which is a breath of fresh air a times considering their more technical peers. We joke about Pac rhyming Hennessey and enemies, but it worked.

 

[Deltron]

I don’t think Nore should be getting the BLAME for anything because X is X but it does highlight how irresponsible Nore is in general. nikka in rehab and is a recovering addict and u got this nikka on ur show drinking up a storm. It says something about ur character fam.

he definite is irresponsible at times..he's told the story numerous times, how he'd sneak Pun KFC or whatever when Pun was tryna lose weight. Sure now it sounds like a fun story, but if you look at it a little deeper, that shyt is kinda messed up. Of course we don't know if Pun asked Nore to do it and he obliged, or if Nore did on his own...but still pretty messed up he enabled it

Of course he’s had enablers it’s the only way he couldve been moving that same way for years. And I don’t believe Nore is to blame for X being an addict or relapsing. But if u see a nikka is in rehab. And u make a damn video offering him drinks. Of course people Gonna point to u like “wtf u doin?”. “Why are u supporting this shyt?”. And since nikkas have seen Nore literally try to pressure nikkas to drink up there even when they don’t want to and no matter the reasons they give him. I think nikkas coming at him altho not right should be a wake up call to him to be more responsible with his format and platform in the least.

the lamar odom one was probably the only one i ain't finish...that shyt was uncomfortable as hell to watch.

 

[sayyestothis]

I remember his zenith ('97 to '02?), and I remember how popular he was. I was never a big fan to be honest, I "liked" him and some of his work but wasn't a diehard like I had to have X music or check all his new drops...

I can tell you in middle school I was kinda alone in that perspective, at least in my peer group. Muhfukkas loved this dude and again thats when he was at his most popular...

I'm sure I've mentioned this in an X thread on here in years past, but I've always thought him to be pretty overrated as a rapper. He had a really high peak but in the grand scheme of things, there was only a small window of time where his artistry was relevant. At his peak he was a big dog in his day but I don't find the majority of his music to be timeless...

That said, it was always apparent fam had a magnetism that drew people to him, not just hip hop listeners but when you watched how other artists regarded and received him in public (promos, shows, interviews), he has a really unique place of affectionism within The Culture that is damn near universal. Its always sad to hear someone go out like this, and as many of you mentioned he's been fighting these demons for decades...

They haven't announced it yet which is well within their rights as his loved ones, but 4 days on life support and brain dead, its imminent at this point. RIP Dark Man X, he's leaving a unique and magnificent impact on The Culture and I hope his soul finds peace and rest...

Neg

 

[TheDarceKnight]

yeah, I have many friends and extended circle of friends who have died from drug addiction, or related causes, close friend has been struggling with heroin addiction for years. I go back and forth, but he's hard to maintain a friendship with, because he's never really gotten sober, just a few months here and there.

I don’t blame you. I was a bad addict and I was lucky to only lose one friendship, but it was my best friend. I was upset over it for years. I made amends, did all that. But I’m not even upset about it anymore. I know I was a mess, and not easy to be around.

One of the biggest reasons I hate addiction is because it’s one of those problems that actively hurts everyone in your life. It’s not just like you’re physically ill and your loved ones have to grieve over you. It’s more proactively nasty to prolly that care about you.

I don’t blame anyone that’s close with an addict for whatever decisions they have to do to protect their own mental health as well.