Lil Poppa, a Jacksonville, Florida rapper on the rise, has died.
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office in Georgia confirmed to TMZ that Lil Poppa, born Janarious Mykel Wheeler, was pronounced dead at 11:23 a.m. ET. Officials said his cause of death was not immediately released.
Lil Poppa built his name through melodic flows that connected with fans across the South and beyond. Signed to Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group, he steadily carved out space in the rap scene with records like “Love & War,” “Mind Over Matter,” and “Happy Tears.”
In August, he dropped his 16-track album “Almost Normal Again,” a project that showcased his growth as both a writer and performer. The album added to a catalog that reflected personal experiences, street realities, and emotional depth. Just last Friday, he released a new single titled “Out of Town Bae,” continuing what appeared to be an active and focused run.
Lil Poppa was also scheduled to perform in New Orleans next month, according to event listings before his death. News of his passing quickly circulated online, prompting tributes from fans who praised his honesty in music and his consistency as an artist.
The 25-year-old also shared a child with Toie Roberts, the daughter of rapper Rick Ross.
As of now, authorities have not shared further details surrounding the circumstances of his death.
