BeatKing Death: Legendary Houston, Texas-born rapper and producer BeatKing has died. The well-known singer died on Thursday, August 15, 2024. BeatKng was found dead with a gunshot injury, according to a close source.
KBXX 97.9 The Box: Our hearts are heavy with the news that Beatking, family to us here at 97.9 The Box and Radio ONE Houston, has passed away. This is a developing story but we are sending our love to his loved ones, friends, peers, and the whole city of Houston. We love you Beatking
Who Was Rapper BeatKing?
Beat King was born in Houston, Texas on 24 November 1984 (age 39 years). His real name was Justin “BeatKing” Riley. He was born into a musically inclined family. As a child, he was introduced to music by playing the drums with his mother, the church pianist.
BeatKing rose to prominence in the summer of 2010 with the release of “Kings of the Club,” which featured the smash singles “Crush,” “Hammer,” and “Lil TJones,” and was one of his best-selling albums of all time.
What Happened to Justin “BeatKing” Riley?
Rapper Justin “BeatKing” Riley was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds Thursday afternoon. According to reports, the shooting incident happened while he was out with friends.
In November 2011, BeatKing released his third solo album, Club God, which featured his second Billboard single, “You Ain’t Bout That Life,” and was one of the year’s most successful ventures.
BeatKing released Club God 2 in November 2012, which featured his second hit single “Throw Dat Ahh”. Over the next two years, BeatKing released five mixtapes in 18 months: Club God 3, Gangsta Stripper Music, Astroworld, Twerk it for Vine, and Eat’n Everything, a collection of freestyles based on viral videos.
The Houston rapper and producer BeatKing made his name in the ’10s with catchy club anthems and songs written in response to viral videos
#TSRAngelz: We are saddened to report on the passing of Houston producer and artist #BeatKing. BeatKing’s girlfriend #Talameshia confirmed the news with #TheShadeRoom, and his manager spoke on the unfortunate news in a statement. The cause of his untimely death is not public at this time, but we’ll keep you updated as details become available. Please keep his family and loved ones in your prayers during this difficult time. (SWIPE)(: @gettyimages) ✍: #TSR