Killer Mike Honors Rico Wade On ‘Exit 9’ Remix With Offset
Killer Mike has paid tribute to Rico Wade with a new remix of “Exit 9” showcasing Offset and exceptional guest Blxst.
Created on Friday (April 26), the up to date edition of the mournful retain track of finds the Atlanta rap legend proverbially pouring one particular of for his late Dungeon Loved ones members relative subsequent his unanticipated loss of life earlier this month.
Switching a line in his 1st verse, Mike raps: “It hurts like hell to say but relaxation in peace to Rico Wade/ He soundtracked the functioning day when me and Slee have been serving J.”
Offset, who is also no stranger to grief, carries on the idea of the music by reflecting on the fatalities of two close loved ones members members.
“Oh, my brother, search in the air, I see an angel completed fly/ 15 numerous years, brother extended gone, every single single functioning day momma cry,” he spits prior to adding: “Grandma died, I would like I could go back and get time.”
Killer Mike also posted a video clip on Instagram displaying him recording the remix in the studio and workshopping his tribute to Rico Wade, who he praised as an “inspiration” in an earlier variation of his lyrics.
“Exit 9” initially appeared on Mike’s Grammy-lucrative album MICHAEL.
1 certain third of the renowned Arranged Noize generation group, Rico Wade handed away on April 13 at the age of 52. A spokesperson for his loved ones revealed to The New York Periods that heart failure was the induce of death.
His household added in a assertion: “We are deeply saddened by the sudden and unforeseen passing of our son, father, companion, and brother Rico Wade. Our hearts are important as we mourn the loss of a talented individual who touched the lives of so various.
“We inquire that you regard the legacy of our loved one particular certain and our privacy at this time.”
Killer Mike shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram subsequent his demise, thanking the producer for his friendship and guidance.
“I do not have the words and phrases to categorical my deep and profound perception of loss,” he wrote. “I am Praying for your spouse and Small ones. I am praying for the Wade relatives. I am praying for us all.
“I deeply worth your acceptance into The Dungeon Spouse and youngsters, mentorship, Friendship and Brotherhood. Idk exactly where I would be devoid of ya’ll. This is a section of the journey. You advised me ‘It ain’t been challenging throughout the journey, it is been a Journey.’”
He ongoing: “The journey ain’t gonna be the Identical Journey devoid of the have to have of U. Like U say tho Umma “Stay Down on it”……we all are. Take pleasure in and Regard, Michael #RipRicoWade #WeDF #OrganizedNoize #MusicalGenius.”
Acording to FOX five Atlanta, Rico Wade will be laid to rest suitable now at a non-public funeral corporation. There will then be a procession by Atlanta to Wade’s gravesite.
68 customers of Clark Atlanta’s band will carry out some of Structured Noize’s hits exterior the venue as loved ones and buddies get there.