Rapper Xatar's passing leaves German hip-hop world in disarray
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The hip-hop world is reeling from the sudden demise of legendary German gangster rapper Xatar, born Giwar Hajabi. On the fateful evening of Thursday, his lifeless body was discovered in his Cologne residence. A mass of emotions flood the landscape as the music industry grapples with the loss of one of its most influential figures.
The public prosecutor's office confirmed the tragic news on Friday, but the exact cause of Xatar's death remains a puzzle. The absence of external violence marks the autopsy's findings, and the investigation is ongoing, with the Cologne public prosecutor's office delving into the situation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding his untimely death [2][3].
Amidst the grief and shock, tributes have poured in from fellow artists who share heartfelt messages on social media. The rapper Haftbefehl wrote, "Words fail me, my brother... I hope you're in a better place now," while Shirin David penned, "We love you Giwar forever." Their emotional outpourings reflect the profound impact Xatar had on the German hip-hop scene [1][2].
Born on December 24, 1981, in Sanandaj, Iran, Xatar became a beacon for Kurdish-German musicians, releasing six albums that resonated deeply with listeners. His most significant achievement, Baba aller Babas in 2015, shot straight to the top of the charts [2]. Xatar not only excelled in music but also ventured into entrepreneurship, running record labels, owning a shisha bar, and launching a food stall [2].
Xatar's captivating life and tumultuous journey were chronicled in the autobiographical novel "Alles oder Nix" and later the film "Rheingold," Making waves on RTL [2]. Despite an intricate web of criminal activities marking his life, Xatar rose to prominence both as a rapper and a lawbreaker [3].
In 2009, Xatar infamously robbed a gold transporter along with three accomplices, disguised as police officers and tax inspectors. He eluded authorities and fled to Iraq, where he was apprehended and allegedly subjected to torture [3]. A stint in prison, which lasted about five years, saw the birth of his music career, making him a star in the rap scene [2].
Although specifics of his death are sketchy, recent reports suggest Xatar may have been dealing with health issues [4]. The sobering revelation of his alleged health breakdown in 2021, coupled with subsequent weekly time-offs, sheds light on the man behind the music [4].
The mystery surrounding Xatar's sudden death holds the nation in suspense, with the public and the hip-hop community eagerly awaiting the final report for closure. In the meantime, the legacy of Xatar lives on, resonating deeply with millions who will forever remember his music and his indelible mark on the German hip-hop scene.
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Sources:[1] Bild (Link)[2] ntv.de (Link)[3] gut/spot (Link)[4] Rolling Stone (Link)
- The sudden demise of iconic German rapper Xatar, known for his influential impact on the hip-hop scene, has left the music industry mourning.
- Xatar, born Giwar Hajabi, reportedly died in his Cologne residence, and although the precise cause of death remains unknown, an ongoing investigation by the Cologne public prosecutor's office aims to reveal the circumstances.
- Fellow artists have been expressing their condolences on social media, with rappers like Haftbefehl and Shirin David sharing heartfelt messages in remembrance of their loss.
- Beyond music, Xatar was also an entrepreneur, running record labels, owning a shisha bar, and operating a food stall.
- Xatar's life and career, marked by criminal activities, were documented in the autobiographical novel "Alles oder Nix" and the film "Rheingold," making waves in entertainment and general news.
- Though details about Xatar's health prior to his death are scarce, recent reports hint toward possible health issues, which might provide some context for his untimely passing, yet still leaving the nation in suspense.
