Hip-Hop Mourns the Loss of Young Scooter on His 39th Birthday
The hip-hop community is mourning the loss of rapper Young Scooter, who tragically passed away on his 39th birthday in Atlanta. According to reports from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and the Atlanta Police Department, Scooter, whose real name was Kenneth Edward Bailey, suffered a fatal injury while fleeing from authorities following a dispute.
Atlanta Police Clarify Cause of Death
During a press conference, Atlanta Police Lt. Andrew Smith addressed the circumstances surrounding Scooter’s death. Officers responded to a call regarding a dispute involving a weapon at a residence. After setting up a perimeter, two men attempted to flee. Scooter reportedly jumped two fences, sustaining a severe leg injury. Authorities discovered him injured on the other side of the fence and rushed him to Grady Marcus Trauma Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
To counter widespread social media speculation, Lt. Smith clarified:
“The injury that was sustained was not via the officers on scene. It was when the male was fleeing.”
Hip-Hop Community Pays Tribute
News of Young Scooter’s passing sent shockwaves through the music industry. Fellow artists and fans took to social media to express their grief.
🔹 Playboi Carti shared the news on Instagram Stories, writing, “SMFH.”
🔹 Quavo posted on X (formerly Twitter) with a broken-heart emoji and a video of Scooter performing, writing, “ion understand.”
🔹 Fans flooded Scooter’s Instagram Stories with birthday wishes and condolences throughout the day.
Young Scooter’s Legacy in Hip-Hop
Born in South Carolina, Young Scooter moved to Atlanta at the age of nine and became a key figure in the city’s rap scene. His breakout hit, “Colombia” (2012), cemented his place in hip-hop. Collaborating with icons like Future, Young Thug, Juicy J, and Migos, he made a lasting impact. Notable career highlights include:
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2014 – “DI$Function” with Future, Juicy J, and Young Thug.
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2016 – “Guwop” with Young Thug, Quavo, and Offset (peaked at No. 45 on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs).
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2018 – “Jet Lag” with Future & Juice WRLD (his only Billboard Hot 100 entry, peaking at No. 72).
Young Scooter’s influence extended beyond music, as he was deeply connected to Atlanta’s rap culture and known for his raw, street-inspired lyrics.
An Ongoing Investigation
Billboard has reached out to Atlanta Police and Scooter’s representatives for further details on the incident. As investigations continue, fans and fellow artists remember a rapper whose music spoke to the struggles and triumphs of street life.
Rest in power, Young Scooter. 🕊️🎶 #RIPYoungScooter #GoneTooSoon
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