Dave Jolicoeur's dying was confirmed by the group's publicist on Sunday and the rapper was simply 54-years-old. Tributes have poured in from the hip hop group as musicians and followers alike took to social media to supply their condolences to Trugoy the Dove.
The reason for his dying has not but been confirmed however Dave was open about his wrestle with congestive coronary heart failure in recent times.
The rap legend, who glided by Trugoy whereas performing, was part of the musical trio De La Soul - a gaggle identified for his or her music and beloved presence on hit MTV applications within the 80s and 90s.
Alongside members Maseo and Posdnuos, he helped make some main hits like Really feel Good Inc with the group Gorillaz.
In keeping with TMZ, the rapper was hospitalised and sadly died on Sunday in Maryland whereas receiving medical care.
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No different particulars, together with a possible trigger, have been launched.
The publication added that Dave was battling an undisclosed sickness.
Taking to Twitter, celebrities have provided their condolences, as B Actual of Cypress Hill tweeted: "We misplaced one other legend of hip hop music and tradition in my brother Trugoy aka Dave of De La Soul. His music will permit him to reside in our hearts and minds as he's gone. However not solely was he an excellent musician however he was an excellent human being. He meant loads to us."
Rapper Phonte shared: "De La Soul ceaselessly."
Cadence Weapon wrote: "RIP Trugoy from De La Soul. One of many very best to ever do it."
Public Enemy's Chuck D accompanied his tribute with a video of the pair collectively, and wrote: "#RestInBeats my Bro #Dave #Trugoy #DeLaSoul ceaselessly @hiphopgods."
DJ Prince Paul commented: "You haven't any thought how a lot ache on this final 12 months. Dave love you bro a blessing we acquired an opportunity to unite once more. Divine energy. Actually no phrases anymore. De la soul ceaselessly."
Tobi Marshall penned: "Unhappy day for hiphop. Simply heard in regards to the tragic information that Trugoy of De La Soul is lifeless. Actually heartbreaking. My ideas are together with his family and friends at this troublesome time. Relaxation In Energy Dave."
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Michael Eagle wrote: "Shattered on the information that Trugoy handed away. As many occasions as I've mentioned it there's nonetheless no solution to adequately describe how a lot De La Soul's music and existence means to me. My coronary heart goes out to Posdnous, Mase and all of their households. What a f****g huge loss."
Screenwriter Cheo Hodari Coki tweeted: "You do not perceive what De La Soul means to me. Their existence mentioned to me, a black geek from Connecticut that sure, hip-hop belongs to you too, and Trugoy was the stability, McCartney to Pos Lennon, Keith to his Mick. It is a large loss."
Olijah Friday shared: "RIP Trugoy of De La Soul. He made a lot hits together with the group however a memorable one is his verse from “FeelGood Inc.”
Deedee added: "RIP Plug 2 of De La Soul, thanks for all the pieces."
De La Soul's album 3 Ft Excessive and Rising is widely known as one of the vital influential data of all time because of the group's groundbreaking hippie vibe and significant and business success.
In 1988, the three Lengthy Island natives got here collectively to kind the group that instantly stood out within the hip-hop scene.
On the time, rap was deeply political and controversial with teams like Public Enemy being the voice for Black communities, the New York Instances studies.
The group modified the face of hip-hop within the late 80s and early 90s, and was honoured ultimately week's Grammy Awards in Los Angeles throughout a tribute to the style.