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Texas Rapper Enchanting Passes Away at Age 26

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On Tuesday, June 11, the music industry was hit with the tragic news of Enchanting‘s passing. The 26-year-old Texas rapper, who had previously been signed to Gucci Mane’s 1017 label, was on life support following a severe medical emergency. Her passing was confirmed by her sister and a man believed to be her boyfriend, Lilcj Kasino.

The news of Enchanting’s critical condition broke late Monday night, June 10, when she was transported to the hospital due to an undisclosed medical emergency. According to reports, she was immediately placed in the ICU. Despite the medical team’s efforts, her condition did not improve, leading her family to make the difficult decision to remove her from life support.

Lilcj Kasino, who frequently collaborated with Enchanting, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram confirming her death. In his message, he expressed his sorrow and admiration for Enchanting’s dedication and hard work in her music career.

“They Pulled The Plug Bro This Shit So Fucked Up I Just Knew You was Finna Pull Threw @luvenchanting You gone Forever Be Stop6 Princess & Kasino First Lady. They Don’t Know All Hours You Spent At The Kasino Studio Sleeping There Making Music Putting This Shit Together And You Went Way Further Than Us I Always Told You How Proud I Was Of You , You Brought @laflare1017 To The H66D & I was The First Person You Called Ill Never Forget You Kept It Solid Threw Yo Whole Career It Was None I Couldn’t call You for , You Fucked The Gang Up With This One #LongLiveBigChant.”

Lilcj Kasino

Chant’s sister, Kayy Jayy, also shared her grief on social media, posting a photo of herself with the late rapper and writing, “I love you girl” with a broken heart emoji. The grief extended throughout the music community, with numerous artists expressing their condolences.


Gucci Mane, who had been a mentor to Enchanting, posted his tribute on Instagram: “So sad to have to say R.I.P to such a great young lady, a true star. We’re going to miss you, Chant.”

Rapper Monaleo joined in mourning, posting a heartfelt message: “I’ll see you later, sister. Save me a spot, baby! I love you 4L and after.”

Speculations and Tributes

While the exact cause of Enchanting’s death has not been officially confirmed, there are rumors circulating that she may have passed away due to complications from withdrawals, leading to speculation of a possible overdose.

Enchanting’s journey in the music industry began in her hometown of Fort Worth, Texas, where she started making music at the age of 18. Her talent quickly caught the attention of Gucci Mane, who signed her to his 1017 label in 2020. She gained recognition with her appearance on the compilation album “Gucci Mane Presents: So Icy Summer” and further collaborations with notable artists like Key Glock and the late Big Scarr.

Independent Success and Recent Work

In October of the previous year, Enchanting announced that she had parted ways with 1017 and was pursuing her career independently. Her latest single, a collaboration with Maiya The Don titled “He Can’t Reach,” was released in October 2023. She had been actively promoting new material on her social media, hinting at upcoming projects and a promising future in music.

Her Instagram profile currently features a poignant video of her hugging Big Scarr, another young rapper who tragically passed away at the age of 22 in 2022. “My favorite hype man. I love you so much. Wish this was a dream,” she wrote. “Every day I wake up to texts asking if I’m okay & I realize it’s reality. I’m so heartbroken and I’m not okay. I just want my dawg back. We used to stay together literally wake up to his ass everyday n I’ll keep them memories close forever”

A Community in Mourning

The outpouring of love and tributes from fellow artists shows the impact Enchanting had on those around her. Yella Beezy shared his sorrow on social media, writing, “Damn Enchanting. Rest Easy Baby Girl!!!” Lakeyah posted a heartfelt message, “Shit don’t even sound right, Chant” with a broken heart emoji. Coi Leray added, “My heart is broken. Praying for Enchanting’s friends and family. R.I.P.” Erica Banks expressed her deep sadness, “Wtf I love you so much, man. So many memories with you, such a beautiful person inside & out. The BIGGEST.”

Legacy of a Talented Young Artist

Enchanting’s passing is a significant loss for the music industry and her fans. Her talent, dedication, and vibrant spirit touched many lives. As friends, family, and fans continue to mourn, they also celebrate the legacy she leaves behind – a reminder of her contributions to music and the lives she impacted.

Written by: Silvia Tine

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