The tragic death of a 14-year-old rapper has shaken the entire music industry. Notti Osama became the talk of the town after the tragic incident. His death brought attention to the violence that happens in today’s world with youth and new aspiring artists.
Notti Osama’s real name is Ethan Reyes. He was killed in July 2022. This article explores the life of Notti Osama and his tragic death that left a mark on everyone.
Who Is Notti Osama?
Ethan Reyes was a young rapper in Yonker, New York, with the stage name Notti Osama. He carried a passion for music ever since his childhood and chose the drill rap scene as his career. It is basically a subgenre of hip-hop known for its dark and loud beats and often violent lyrics.
Osama was the youngest child of all six siblings and moved to Yonkers’ Young Avenue from Harlem with his family. Drill rapping generally includes trolling others through music. His voice was known by his classmates despite being so young, his lyrics reflected the difficulties that his community faced.
Despite its success, drill rap often refers to the struggles and cruel reality of life on the streets, and Notti Osama’s lyrics reflected these themes.
What Happened To Notti Osama?
On July 9, 2022, Notti Osama was fatally stabbed during an altercation at the 137th Street of City College subway station in Manhattan. According to reports, Notti Osama got into a fight with a 15-year-old rival at around 3 pm. Both the rivalries had reasons to fight with each other but still, the cause of the incident remains suspicious.
At the place of the crime, police discovered a knife and a broomstick. They also reported that the event had been recorded on footage. Osama died in Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital the following morning due to the stabbing incident.
Notti Osama and his friends spotted Martinez in Hamilton Heights, followed him into the subway station, and he was hit with a broom. Martinez then stabbed Osama in the abdomen causing bleeding. Despite being rushed to the hospital he was confirmed dead.
Notti Osama’s Death Affected Many
The news of Notti Osama’s death spread quickly and everyone including fans, fellow artists and community members gave their condolences. Many of them expressed their grief through social media and shared memories of the young rapper.
His brother, DD Osama, who is also a rapper, paid tribute to Notti by posting heartfelt messages for his brother and continuing to promote his brother’s music. Notti’s death has generated discussions about violence in the music industry, especially in the drill rap scene.
Who Killed Notti Osama?
The person behind the crime was a 15-year-old boy named Kelvin Martinez. He was charged with first-degree manslaughter and criminal possession. The accusations against him were dropped from second degree to first degree after realizing that it was Osama who trapped Martinez and threatened him with a broomstick. His stab wounds were later treated at New York Presbyterian Hospital when he was taken there.
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office said that Martinez and Osama were “associates of rival gangs.” MTA NYC transportation president Richard Davey said in a statement that,
“We thank NYPD detectives, with whom we cooperated, for the rapid arrest of a suspect.” He added, “That he and the victim are said to have known each other further underscores the senseless nature of this tragic incident.”
Notti Osama’s Family Is In Shock
Osama’s brother, DD Osama, a drill rapper, expressed his condolences on TikTok about his loss. He attributed his music to street life and the violent nature of it, stating that if he had stayed with him more, he would have been more successful.
His cousin, Ventura, also commented on his music, by suggesting that if he promoted any other sort of singing, he would have been safe and peacefully making good money out of it.
What Happened After Notti Osama’s Brutal Death?
In October 2022, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office dropped all charges against 15-year-old Martinez because of self-defence, based on witness interviews and video recordings of the incidents. The decision was made due to the inconclusive evidence that Martinez was defending himself when he used his knife against Osama.
Conclusion
The tragic death of Notti Osama created a moment of shock for everyone, including his family, fans, and other music artists. His loss was deeply recognized in his music community and beyond. The incident and the circumstances surrounding his death highlighted many issues that happen in our society for young creators, artists and others too.
Notti Osama’s memory lives through his music and the impact he created while he was alive. What are your thoughts on the 14-year-old drill rapper and his shocking death? Do let us know through comments.
