In a statement about it Everything hip hopOG Maco’s manager, Poppa Perc, confirmed the dire situation. “I thought he was dead when I first saw him,” he said. “We were preparing to rebrand and release new music under a different pseudonym. Right now we need everyone’s prayers.” However, he tempered expectations and added: “Don’t get your hopes up. We don’t have much information and they won’t even allow us to visit him in the hospital.”

OG Maco first rose to fame in 2014 with his viral hit You guessed it. The track, which featured a remix with 2 Chainz, broke through the Billboard Hot 100 and cemented him as a rising star in hip-hop. Signed to Quality Control Music, he collaborated with numerous artists and gained a reputation for his distinctive sound and raw energy.

Despite his early success, Maco has faced significant challenges in recent years. He suffered multiple injuries in a devastating car accident in 2016 and in 2019 he revealed that he had been diagnosed with a rare skin condition. Both incidents tested his resilience, but he remained loyal to his music and creative pursuits.

The shooting marks another tragic turn in the life of a rapper who has repeatedly overcome adversity. Since his condition remains critical, fans and relatives are hoping for a miracle.