UTFO's Kangol Kid Passes Away

Hip-Hop just a lost a legend...

UTFO's Kangol Kid, who was diagnosed with stage-4 colon cancer in February, has passed away. 

The 55-year old rapper and pioneer recently had a visit from LL Cool J to lift his spirits, but he ultimately lost his battle with cancer. 

Once news hit social media, a lot of other hip-hop legends showed their respects for the UTFO member. 

Rest in peace, Kangol Kid. 

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RIP Kangol Kid. his contributions are practically immeasurable. producer, songwriter, b-boy, (incredible) MC. the self-titled debut, Skeezer Pleezer, Lethal, and Doin' It? Untouchable Force Organization, indeed. pic.twitter.com/84yMjH5dDK

— Saifullah سيف الله (@vinnie_paz) December 19, 2021

Hip-Hop lost a legend today with the transitioning of @yokangol but his legacy will forever serve as a source of inspiration, courage, and love. Rock The Bells sends our deepest condolences to all of his family and loved ones. #restinpower #kangolkid #fuckcancer 🕊 pic.twitter.com/U6xY2SwAPz

— Rock The Bells (@RockTheBells) December 18, 2021

After a long battle with colon cancer, UTFO legend Kangol Kid has died. He was 55 years old. pic.twitter.com/bNCWa6ablu

— Vibe Magazine (@VibeMagazine) December 18, 2021