Irv Gotti, the co-founder of Murder Inc. Records, passed away at the age of 54, marking a significant loss in the music industry. Gotti was instrumental in shaping the careers of numerous artists, including Ja Rule and Ashanti, and his influence extended across various genres . His production prowess is evident through his credits on 28 charting Hot 100 hits, showcasing not only his talent but also his ability to resonate with mainstream audiences. The impact of Gotti's work is particularly notable in the early 2000s when Murder Inc. emerged as a dominant label within hip-hop and R&B circles.
Def Jam Recordings, where he also worked as an executive. The statement did not give a cause of death, or say when or where he had died.
His record company, which he created with his brother Christopher Gotti in New York City, became prominent in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It started the careers of several commercially successful acts, including the rapper Ja Rule and the R&B singer Ashanti.
Prior to his stroke, Gotti, born Irving Lorenzo, had been open about his battle with diabetes. He spoke about his struggle to maintain a healthy diet during his appearance on Drink Champs in 2023. Irv Gotti got his start in the music industry as a producer for the likes of JAY-Z, DMX, Fat Joe and more. He co-founded Murder Inc. Records in 1998 with his brother Chris Gotti and released albums by Ja Rule, Ashanti, Lloyd and others. Following his success with Murder Inc., Lorenzo went on to produce TV series like "Tales" and his "Murder, Inc." docuseries for BET.
Gotti is survived by his three children, Angie, Sonny and Jonathan Wilson; his mother, Nee Nee Lorenzo; sisters Tina and Angie; and his brother Chris Lorenzo, with whom he co-founded Murder Inc.
Reaction to news of his death from across the music world was swift. See some of the tributes on social media below.
50 Cent posted a photo on Instagram of himself smoking next to a grave headstone that reads “RIP.” He added in the caption, “I’m smoking on dat Gotti pack, nah God bless him LOL.”
The legacy left by Irv Gotti extends beyond chart-topping hits; it encompasses an entire era of hip-hop culture that he helped define. His contributions to music not only facilitated commercial success for artists but also influenced contemporary sounds and styles that persist today . As fans and colleagues mourn his loss, it becomes crucial to recognize how Gotti's vision and creativity will continue to inspire future generations within the music industry.
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