So, I had to sideline the Memphis Series for a bit due to circumstances. You know the scene: work, work, work. Anyway, here’s something to get back into it with.
Pimp C was born in Texas and died last year from an overdose of Promethazine and Codeine (a mix known as “Syrup”). Pimp C was a major player in the Dirty South rap scene and performed with Jay-Z, Too Short, as well as Three Six Mafia, performing on “Sippin’ on Some Syrup.”
Here’s a link to download DJ JRoc’s mixtape, Pimp C – Trill N****s Don’t Die. It’s mostly Pimp C, but features Scarface, UGK and others.
Niall Byrne is the founder of the most-influential Irish music site Nialler9, where he has been writing about music since 2005 . He is the co-host of the Nialler9 Podcast and has written for the Irish Times, Irish Independent, Cara Magazine, Sunday Times, Totally Dublin, Red Bull and more. Niall is a DJ, founder of Lumo Club, club promoter, event curator and producer of gigs, listening parties & events in Dublin.
Hey Niall, I know it probably sounds pedantic but he didn’t die of an overdose, it was accidental due to a mixture of medication. As Bun B said on his myspace: “We are deeply saddened to see false rumors run rampant that Pimp C had overdosed on perscription medication! The Los Angeles Coroner confirmed that medication Chad took for Sleep Apnea conflicted with his prescribed cough syrup and that he did not pass away due to an over dose! So please, do not lets this mans name tarnish over false information!”
Just thought that’d clear it up a bit…
Spinyk, I’d actually have to take the rap for putting down ‘overdose’ as the cause of death, not Niall. I definitely respect Chad and his musical legacy and wouldn’t want to “tarnish” his name. I should’ve paid more attention to the wording.
According to spokesperson Ed Winter of the LA County Coroner’s office, “Pimp C died as a result of a pre-existing condition of sleep apnea, combined with an elevated amounts of prescription codeine in his blood. His death has been ruled accidental.”
Apologies for any misleading information.
Here’s a link to the 911 call place by the staff of the Mondrian Hotel in Hollywood:
http://www.mediamax.com/dnarojr/Hosted/911%20Call%2C%20Pimp%20C.mp3