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French Rapper Werenoi Passes Away at 31
The music world is mourning the untimely demise of French rapper Werenoi, who tragically died at the young age of 31. The passing of the renowned artist, just hours before a scheduled concert, has sent shockwaves through the music industry. His producer, Babs, confirmed the news with a heartfelt statement, expressing his love and grief. Local media outlets report that the acclaimed French rapper, known for his unique style and impactful lyrics, was hospitalized following a cardiorespiratory arrest.
Details of Werenoi’s Death
Jeremy Bana Owana, the artist behind the name Werenoi, was admitted to intensive care but sadly passed away in the early hours of Saturday, May 17. Tributes have poured in from fellow musicians and fans alike. Radio presenter Musa shared his condolences to the late artist’s loved ones.
Recent Health Struggles
This tragic news comes months after the hit rapper suffered a “serious injury” that resulted in him wearing a cast on his arm. Despite the setback, he continued to impact the music scene.
Album of the Year Award
In 2024, he was recognized with the Album of the Year award at the prestigious French music awards, Les Flammes,. Due to his injury, Werenoi couldn’t attend in person and accepted the award via a video message, reassuring fans that he would be back soon. He expressed, “it’s just postponed, we’ll see you soon”.
Werenoi’s Musical Legacy
Werenoi leaves behind a notable discography featuring popular tracks such as “Scarface,” “Solitaire,” and “Chemin d’or.” He had amassed a significant following with over 6.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify. His commercially successful album, “Carre,” was released in France in 2023.
Early Life and Career
Hailing from Montreuil, Seine-Saint-Denis, Werenoi had recently launched his new album, “Diamant Noir,” prior to his death. Concerns about his health had surfaced on Friday, May 16, when reports emerged that he was in a coma after missing a performance.
Protecting His Privacy
The prominent rapper was known for keeping his personal life private. Last year, he explained, “I prefer to keep my private life to myself… I prefer mystery. I say enough about myself in my lyrics.”
Origin of Stage Name
He selected his stage name for his Instagram account back in 2015, stating: “Werenoi is how we greet each other, like, ‘Yes, my friend’. It’s not a [racial] message, not at all.” During the coronavirus lockdown in 2020, Werenoi established his own record label, PGP Records and he focused on developing up-and-coming artists.