List of rappers gunned down

Several notable rappers have tragically lost their lives to gun violence, including Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G. in the 1990s, as well as more recent figures like Nipsey Hussle, XXXTentacion, and Pop Smoke. These incidents often highlight issues surrounding systemic violence, gang affiliations, and the challenges faced within the hip-hop community. Their deaths have sparked conversations about safety and the impact of violence in the music industry.