The hip-hop community is mourning the untimely death of Derek Emmanuel Barbosa, better known by his stage name Chino XL. The Bronx-born, New Jersey-raised rapper passed away at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy spanning more than three decades in the music industry.
Chino XL first rose to fame with his debut album, “Here to save you all,” in 1996. This album showcased his lyrical talents and established him as one of the most skilled lyricists in the game. He followed it up with two more critically acclaimed albums, “I said that” (2001) and “Poison pen” (2006).
In addition to his musical career, Chino XL is also known as an actor, appearing in many television shows and films, including “Reno 911!“ “CSI Miami,” And “The Young and the Restless“ .
News of Chino XL’s passing has been met with an outpouring of grief and condolences from his peers and fans. Producer Domingo told AllHipHop, “Chino XL is one of the best lyricists in the game and a legendary artist and friend. He has been incredibly talented since the day we met in the early 90s.“ .
Public Enemy’s Chuck D expressed his sadness on Twitter, saying, “This is tough. RIP Chino XL.” Other artists, including Skyzoo and Joe Budden, also shared condolences and memories of the late rapper.
Chino XL leaves behind three daughters, and his family has asked for privacy during this difficult time. Fans have taken to social media to share their favorite songs and memories of Chino XL, expressing gratitude for the impact he had on their lives.
