Rapper PNB Rock Tragically Gunned Down in Los Angeles
Sports Editor Will Lyons reports on the tragic murder of rapper PNB Rock in Los Angeles
Rakim Hasheem Allen aka PNB Rock was tragically killed stemming from a robbery attempt in Los Angeles yesterday.
Hailing from Philadelphia, PNB Rock began his rise to prominence in 2014 after the release of a mixtape he penned while in prison. The buzz that followed led to him landing a deal with Atlantic Records. He went on to release notable mixtapes ‘RnB3’ and ‘GTTM: Goin Thru the Motions’ that garnered national attention. His hit single “Selfish” landed on the Billboard Hot 100 resulting in a Rolling Stone “10 Artists You Need to Know” spot.
The XXL 2017 Freshmen Class member was a frequent collaborator with many of the top acts in music. His trap crooner style could be heard on songs with A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Ed Sheeran, Kodak Black and many more. He left a mark on music with his unique voice that blended singing and rapping, along with his knack of switching between street subject matter and spilling his emotions in a song.
Allen is survived by his two daughters and a host of family, friends and fans that will keep his legacy alive.
