Rapper Lexii Alijai Dead at 21

Lexii Alijai has passed away at the age of 21.

According to multiple outlets, the Minnesota rapper's family members confirmed the tragic news on New Year's Day.

One woman, who identified herself as a cousin of Alijai's, wrote on Facebook, “Your a real Legend🎼 if you know her or heard her music you'd feel chills😔. Rest in paradise you'll never be forgotten!👼🏽 I'm so lost for words...my beautiful cousin with so much talent & Unique soul Lexii Alijai It's too soon.”

Another woman, who identified herself as Lexii's relative, exclaimed on social media, “They say don't question God, but damn why you baby. This thing called life is crazy as hell. My heart is broken 💔 the tears won't stop. I'm trynna hold it together... I love you more then you'll ever know. I can't focus, I can't concentrate, I'm numb, I literally can not breath. Rest easy baby... 😘 You gained your beautiful wings... Lexii Alijai. Please keep our family in your prayers.”

The musician's cause of death has not yet been confirmed.

After the devastating story went viral, numerous hip-hop artists shared tributes mourning Alijai's death.

Kehlani, whose song “Jealous” featured a verse from Lexii, posted:

Additionally, Wale wrote:

Alijai released two albums: “Joseph's Coat” in 2015, and “Growing Pains” in 2017.