These artists may not be here anymore, but their music and impact will never be forgotten. Music transcends race and culture, and these artists made so much impact with their music, that even many years after their deaths, they are still being remembered for the amazing musical work they put out while they were here on earth.
- Dagrin – Oladapo Olaitan Olaonipekun, aka Dagrin, was known for his masterful Yoruba rap rhythms. He displays such talent in songs like ‘Pon Pon Pon’ and ‘Ghetto Dream’.
- Whitney Houston – She was recognised as the most awarded female artist of all time with popular songs like ‘Greatest Love of All’, ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’.
- Tupac Shakur – Tupac is considered one of the greatest rappers of our time. The American rapper is known for hits singles ‘California Love’, ‘Hit Em Up’ and ‘Dear Mama’.
- Goldie – Susan ‘Goldie’ Harvey was a professional singer who was known for her eccentricity in videos. She released hit songs like ‘Don’t Touch My Body’ and ‘You Know It’.
- B.I.G – Christopher Wallace, better known as The Notorious B.I.G, was one of the greatest American rappers, rooted in the New York rap scene and gangsta rap traditions. His songs include ‘Mo Money Mo Problems’, ‘Hypnotize’ and ‘Juicy’.

