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R.I.P: ASAP Yams Has Passed Away!!!

BREAKING: It has been reported that that 26-year-old Rapper A$AP Mob founder ASAP Yams has passed away.

CelebNMusic247.com has just got word about the tragic news that ASAP Yams Has Passed Away Sunday morning. At this time there are NO details are yet known of the reasons for his death, but many friends and collaborators — including ASAP rocky and ASAP Ferg — have shared their condolences on social media.

Here is what we’ve learned via HotNewHipHop:

Yams — real name Steven Rodriguez — formed the group in 2007, with Rocky coming on board in 2008. He’s always played a large role in the beat selection, and general creative choices in the crew’s releases. His RealN–gaTumblr blog was a favorite among critics and artists alike, revealing himself as a tastemaker early on.

RCA has released a statement on Yams’ death.

All of us at RCA Records are shocked and saddened to hear of the death of A$AP Yams. As one of the creative forces behind A$AP Worldwide, Yams’ vision, humor and dedication to the members of A$AP Mob will always be remembered. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends

ASAP Yams gone too Soon!

CelebNMusic247.com sends out our condolences to his family and friends.