Xatar: A Legend Gone Too Soon
Musician passes away at 43 years old - Musician breathes last at 43 years old
In an unexpected turn of events, the world of German hip-hop bids farewell to Xatar, aka Giwar Hajabi, at the tender age of 43. Multiple sources, including Bild, have confirmed this sad news that shook the community in the early hours of Friday. The details surrounding his death remain shrouded in mystery.
The Cologne Public Prosecutor's Office has acknowledged Xatar's demise, adding to the somber atmosphere. Instagram, a platform that's often the pulse of the music industry, is already filled with heartfelt tributes to the fallen rapper.
Marina Buzunashvilli, a former colleague and close friend, shared a black and white photo of Xatar with a touching caption: "Until we meet again." While Farid Bang (38) chose a more subdued homage, posting a picture of Xatar on his Instagram story without any words.
Fler, another fellow musician, was more vocal in expressing his grief, writing, "A true German rap legend has left us." He continued, "For me, Xatar was one of the greatest in this country. Which rapper could embody so much style, aesthetics, real hip-hop, and gangster attitude..."
Xatar's life was nothing short of a rollercoaster ride, laden with ups and downs. He was a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, but his influence extended far beyond this realm. He's renowned for his creative ventures, running several record labels and even establishing his own shisha bar and snack bar.
Before his death, Xatar was also known for his controversial criminal activities. In 2009, he and three accomplices, disguised as police officers and tax inspectors, pulled off a daring gold transporter heist worth €1.8 million[1][5]. Following this, he fled to Iraq but was subsequently captured under an Interpol warrant and served approximately five years in prison[5].
Xatar leaves behind his wife Farvah and, as per Bild, five children.
Staying true to himself, Xatar gave a voice to themes of identity, resistance, and transformation, particularly in the Kurdish and German communities[1][5]. His life story was immortalized in his autobiography, 'Alles oder Nix: Bei uns sagt man, die Welt gehört dir,' published in 2015[4]. It was later adapted into the 2022 biopic, 'Rheingold,' by director Fatih Akin (51)[1].
Rest in power, Xatar. Your legacy lives on.
- Social Media: Instagram
- Reported by: Bild Newspaper
- Public Figures: Marina Buzunashvilli, Farid Bang, Fler
- Death
- Cologne Public Prosecutor's Office
- Entrepreneurship
- Autobiography and Life Story
- Controversial Past
Background:Before his death, Xatar (Giwar Hajabi) was known for several aspects outside of his music career:
- Autobiography and Life Story: Xatar published his autobiography titled 'Alles oder Nix: Bei uns sagt man, die Welt gehört dir' in 2015, detailing his early life and involvement in criminal activities[4]. His life story was later adapted into the film 'Rheingold' by director Fatih Akin in 2022.
- Criminal Involvement: He was involved in a high-profile gold robbery in 2009 worth €1.8 million. Following this, he fled to Iraq but was later captured under an Interpol warrant and served three years in a German prison[5].
- Entrepreneurial Ventures: Xatar founded Alles oder Nix Records, which became a significant force in the German hip-hop scene, supporting numerous artists and contributing to the growth of the genre[5].
- Community Influence: Xatar, as a Kurdish-German refugee, represented his community and gave voice to themes of identity, resistance, and transformation. His life and experiences inspired many, especially in the Kurdish and German communities[1][5].
- Despite the confirmed news of Xatar's demise, the details surrounding his death remain a mystery.
- On Instagram, a platform often pulsating with news from the entertainment world, heartfelt tributes to Xatar, the German rapper, are pouring in.
- Farid Bang, a fellow musician, paid a subdued homage to Xatar on Instagram with a picture without any words, while Marina Buzunashvilli posted a black and white photo with a touching caption.
- Xatar's controversial criminal past is well-documented, including his involvement in a high-profile gold robbery worth approximately €1.8 million in 2009, for which he served an estimated five years in prison.
