American singer Fatman Scoop died during live performance
Famous American singer Fatman Scope died after suddenly falling from the stage during a live performance.
US rapper Fatman Scoop died after collapsing mid-performance at a free concert in Connecticut on Friday night, according to reports.
The New York-born artist, whose real name is Isaac Freeman III, was headlining the so-called Green and Gold Party in Hamden, Connecticut, when he was declared a medical emergency. He was seen in a video posted on X to have collapsed behind the DJ booth after urging concertgoers to “make some noise”.
The 53-year-old rapper – best known for his collaborations with Missy Elliott and Ciara on the 2005 hit Lose Control, and Mariah Carey’s It’s Like That – was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
“Fatman Scoop’s VOICE and energy have contributed to many songs that have made people feel happy and want to dance for over 2 decades,” Missy Elliott said in a post on X. “Your impact is enormous and will never be forgotten.”
According to foreign media reports, American rapper Fatman Scoop, whose real name was Isaac Freeman III, died at the age of 53 after collapsing on stage during a concert in Hammond, Connecticut.
According to reports, the singer suddenly felt chest pain during the performance after which he collapsed on the stage.
Fatman Scoop had early success in the UK and Ireland when a re-release of Be Faithful – produced by American hip-hop duo Crooklyn Clan – topped the charts in 2003. It reached the top 10 in Australia and Denmark.
The song, Faith Evans’ Love Like This – itself made from a looped sample of Chic’s Chic Cheer from 1978 – took several years to get a wide release because it contained numerous additional samples.
Evans later recalled to The Times that her husband, the infamous BIG, had been on tour in St. Tropez when someone put on Fatman’s track.
“This lady was really tipsy, and she came up to my husband and said: ‘Man, I love this song – who are they?’ It was the first time we realized how big the record was. It was funny, but it was also good – if I was sitting next to them, they don’t know me, but they know my song! Now I reach those people Trying to get people who know this song to know me by my name.
Fatman Scoop has collaborated with a roster of other notable artists including Janet Jackson and Whitney Houston. In 2004, he was tapped to mentor six British musicians in the UK TV series Chancers. He also appeared in the anime series The Boondocks and opened his own ice cream parlor.
His booking agent MN2S said: “Scoop was a beloved figure in the music world, whose work was loved by countless fans around the world. His iconic voice, infectious energy and great personality left an indelible mark on the industry.
It should be noted that Fatman Scope was born in New York and his real name is Isaac Freeman III, he was quite popular for his energetic performances and beautiful voice.
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The singer’s tour manager, DJ and producer Birch Michael announced Fatman Scoop’s death via a social media post.As the news of Fatman Scoop’s sudden death spread across social media, the American music industry, including his fans, was shocked.
Fatman Scoop gave several super hits during his singing career and won several international music awards.
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