Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51 from Brain Aneurysm Complications
Rapper Young Bleed, a Louisiana hip-hop pioneer and artist signed to No Limit Records, passed away at age 51 due to complications from a brain aneurysm.
Announcement and Family Statements
His son, Ty’Gee Ramon, confirmed the death on Instagram, stating his father “gained his wings” on Saturday. Ty’Gee, the eldest child, expressed his intention to carry on Young Bleed’s legacy.
Health Emergency and Background
Born Glenn Clifton Jr., Young Bleed was hospitalized in late October after suffering a brain aneurysm triggered by internal bleeding. This medical emergency occurred just days after his performance at the Cash Money Verzuz No Limit event held at ComplexCon.
Tameka Long, mother of Young Bleed’s 10-year-old son, revealed that the rapper had high blood pressure and a heart condition.
Following the aneurysm, he was admitted to the ICU and placed on a ventilator. Ty’Gee Ramon mentioned that although his father never faced significant health problems, he did have high blood pressure and regularly took medication.
Community Support
Young Bleed’s mother described the hospitalization as completely unexpected and set up a GoFundMe campaign to help with the medical expenses.
Musical Legacy
Young Bleed played a crucial role in shaping Baton Rouge hip-hop during the late 1990s. He gained widespread recognition through his work with Master P on the 1997 soundtrack album I'm Bout It. His 1998 debut album, released under No Limit Records, achieved gold certification and reached the Top 10 on the Billboard 200.
Author’s summary: Young Bleed, influential Louisiana rapper and No Limit Records artist, died at 51 from brain aneurysm complications, leaving a lasting legacy in hip-hop.