The Hip Hop community paid tribute to the life of the late great, Heavy D in a private memorial service at the Grace Baptist Church in Mount Vernon New York. Heavy D was a much needed positive soul in the Hip Hop community who will be missed dearly. President Obama’s words were read by Heavy D’s daughter, Xea Myers at the funeral.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences at this difficult time,” the note from Obama read. “He will be remembered for his infectious optimism and many contributions to American music. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.”
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R.I.P. Heavy D. You will be forever missed!
ToughHipHopCritic said this on November 19th, 2011 at 2:04 pm
R.I.P. to the legend Heavy D.
*Plays “Don’t Curse” and reminisces*
turftalka said this on November 19th, 2011 at 2:10 pm
R.I.P.
Looking Like A Louie V Mannequin said this on November 19th, 2011 at 3:13 pm
Who will thumb this down I know assholes
Dashboard said this on November 19th, 2011 at 4:55 pm
I can’t believe you’re gone Heavy D. You were one of my favorite MC’s growing up. I swear on everything. You ‘were da man’ like your song said for real. People wanted to be like you. Personality dripping through your tapes, cd’s, videos and music!
One year I bought some Heavy D & the Boyz tapes just so I could catch up on your musical archive. My aunt borrowed my favorite or most memorable tape/album of them all “Blue Funk” She PROMISED me that she’d return it… and… I’m still waiting on my tape.
Well through your music (and a lot of great artists at that time) it helped me relax, look forward to something when I was lost and going through so much hardship. I thank you Heavy D for giving your fans/supporters the energy of your music which enstilled confidence and escapism that turned into belief in one self.
I never thought that Heavy D would pass because I was attached to his era and I still am. Well you, Trouble T Roy (of Heavy D & the Boyz) and MJ are chilling now; so “JAM” What a career you had.
REST IN PARADISE HEAVY D. AKA THE OVER WEIGHT LOVER!
SHOWMAN3000 said this on November 19th, 2011 at 4:59 pm
Peaceful Journey forever plays in my memory
DJ Daz-One said this on November 19th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
the last quote was dope
“We are not because Heavy D died, we are here because he lived”
dadukee said this on November 19th, 2011 at 6:09 pm
Complications rom pneumonia???? The brother have aids??
Ya Grandpa's Backhand said this on November 19th, 2011 at 6:33 pm
im surprised OBOMBA didn’t deliver a drone strike, im sure there were innocent ppl right? and kids? obomba’s favorite targets…..
& RIP Heavy D
Rio$ said this on November 19th, 2011 at 9:56 pm
R.I.P.
triPAUD said this on November 20th, 2011 at 11:53 am
totally illuminati…RIP Heavy D
slumerican said this on November 20th, 2011 at 12:29 pm
Why do people care so much about Heavy D’s death but nobody even gave a dog’s fart about Guru’s? Heavy D was to rap what Chris Brown is to rap.
It’s sad he died n’ all but come the fuck on: how the president pay homage to this nigga?!
Fuckyouayme said this on November 21st, 2011 at 10:51 am
You obviously are delusional to say Heavy D was Chris to rap back then! You moron! They both were elite rappers period! Stop comparing apples to oranges.
It’s sad that Guru’s death wasn’t publicized like Heavy D’s but Guru’s popularity wasn’t as big as Heavy that’s the only reason why. Angry ass n*gga!
SHOWMAN3000 said this on December 1st, 2011 at 6:16 pm