Rapper Young Bleed, born Glenn Clifton Jr., passed away at the age of 51 on Saturday due to complications from a brain aneurysm. He had been hospitalized and placed in the ICU on a ventilator shortly before his death, according to TMZ.
Tameka Long, mother of Young Bleed's 10-year-old son, explained that his brain aneurysm was triggered by internal bleeding. His son, Ty'Gee Ramon, confirmed the death in an emotional Instagram video, stating his father "gained his wings" on November 1.
"As of November 1st, my dad gained his wings. This is a tough topic for me - not sure how it's gonna go. But I am here to clear up a lot of false narratives."
According to Ramon, Young Bleed did not have serious health issues before his sudden passing, though he did manage high blood pressure with medication. The rapper was best known for tracks like How Ya Do That, featured on the 1997 film I'm Bout It soundtrack.
Ty'Gee Ramon reflected on the lasting influence Young Bleed had within the music industry, emphasizing the significance of his father’s work and presence.
Author's summary: Rapper Young Bleed passed away at 51 from a brain aneurysm after a brief hospitalization, leaving behind a legacy marked by his influential music career and family.