Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51

Glenn Clifton Jr., known as rapper Young Bleed, a pioneer of Louisiana hip-hop and artist on No Limit Records, passed away at 51 due to complications from a brain aneurysm.

Family Announcement and Legacy

His death was confirmed by his son, Ty’Gee Ramon, on Instagram, who said his father “gained his wings” on Saturday. Ty’Gee Ramon intends to carry on his father’s legacy.

Medical Emergency and Health Background

Young Bleed was rushed to the hospital in late October after suffering a brain aneurysm caused by internal bleeding. This occurred days after he performed at the Cash Money Verzuz No Limit event at ComplexCon.

Tameka Long, mother of Young Bleed’s 10-year-old son, revealed that he had high blood pressure and a heart condition. Following the aneurysm, he was placed in the ICU on a ventilator.

Ty’Gee Ramon noted that his father never had serious health problems but did take routine medication for high blood pressure.

Family Support Efforts

Young Bleed’s mother described the hospitalization as unexpected and created a GoFundMe campaign to help cover medical expenses.

Career Highlights

Young Bleed was instrumental in shaping Baton Rouge’s hip-hop scene in the late 1990s. He gained recognition through collaborations with Master P, especially on the 1997 soundtrack album “I’m Bout It.” His debut album released in 1998 achieved gold certification and reached the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 under No Limit Records.

"His son, Ty’Gee Ramon, confirmed the death on Instagram, saying his father 'gained his wings' on Saturday."