A HAUNTING post from Feelings & Close singer Emani 22 has resurfaced after her tragic death at 22.
The picture posted to Instagram shows the R&B artist posing on a bed while showing a big smile.
“no matter what- don’t forget to LIVE,” she captioned the post.
Emani, real name Emani Johnson, passed away earlier this week as confirmed by a statement from her producer, as fans and fellow stars pay tribute.
Her manager confirmed the news to PEOPLE.
“It is with heavy hearts that the family of Emani has confirmed her passing,” said Fred Green.
“They would like to share that although she fought courageously and the medical team went above and beyond doing everything in their power to aid in her recovery, on Monday, October 11th, Emani succumbed to the injuries she sustained after a tragic accident.
“At this time, Emani’s family is asking for privacy to mourn and honor her life and memories.”
Record producer J Maine confirmed the singer’s death in a statement to PEOPLE.
“Emani 22 was a wonderful individual that literally brightened up any room she was in,” he said.
Emani’s father Darryll Johnson took to Twitter to pay tribute to his daughter writing “Thank you my baby for your light. You are forever in our hearts. Daddy loves you so much. Rest In Power my girl-baby. Love you forever #Emani22“
It is unclear how Emani reportedly died, however, reports have circulated that she was involved in a car accident. This has not yet been confirmed.
Rapper Bhad Bhabie led tributes posting photographs of the artist, whose real name is Emani Johnson.
Others flooded Emani’s Instagram page with their condolences, writing “rest in heaven babygirl” and “so sad.”
The artist amassed a huge 145,000 followers on Instagram, including star DJ Diplo.
Read our Emani 22 live blog for the latest news and updates…
‘DON’T FORGET TO LIVE
Fans of Emani 22 have unearthed a haunting post from the singer after her tragic death at age 22.
The picture posted to Instagram in May shows the R&B artist posing on a bed while showing a big smile.
“no matter what- don’t forget to LIVE,” she captioned the post.
‘DRIVER HAS NOT BEEN FOUND’
According to a Twitter user, Emani was killed by a hit and run, and the driver has not been caught.
This information has not been verified.
The driver has not been found. This has been fucking me up. She was so young. I know she would’ve never guessed that she was walking into her last studio session ever
— Stephania (@lilgunhill) October 14, 2021
SPECULATION GROWS
While Emani’s family only have said she due due to a “tragic accident” fans of the singer have continued speculating online about whether it was a car accident or a hit and run.
Memorial Art I created for 22 y.o R&B Singer/Artist – #Emani22 for her Family, Friends and fans. She recently passed away due to a hit & run accident. Such a tragedy, so young, talented and had such a beautiful heart, voice and soul. May God rest her soul. ??✝️ #RIPEmani22
— B. McPhail (@BMcPhail207) October 15, 2021
I thought E was making a mistake, saying “Emani 22 died at 22.”
That was that baby’s stage name and she passed away, at 22 from being hit by a car.— Mercedez (@MercedezUAZ2) October 15, 2021
‘SO MANY CELEBRITY DEATHS’
Social media users have lamented what they claim is a wave of young celebrity deaths.
“I’ve never heard of this rapper, but still, her death is heartbreaking. So many celebrity deaths lately abt 2 a wk & most NOT from covid. Anyone else notice this number being higher than normal?” said a Twitter comment.
“Emani 22 passing really frustrating cause it’s like another Aaliyah story beautiful woman young with so much to show and offer. A great musician rip,” added another.
NEARLY 8K RAISED FOR EMANI’S FAMILY
A GoFundMe campaign set up for the family of the late singer has collected $8,770 in donations.
The campaign was set up on Thursday and it says donations will go to Emani’s family.
“My prayers are with the entire family,” said one donor.
INSTAGRAM LOVE
Emani 22’s fans continue to flood the comments of her last Instagram post following her death at 22.
One fan said: “I don’t believe this. I’m in shock like I knew you, I’ve been following you for years! Your music helped me so much wtf… why?”
“You were my biggest inspiration and always will be,” said another.
“I’m not mad at god but he do need to relax sometimes,” someone added.
BHAD BHABIE’S TRIBUTE
Emani 22 was a close friend of Bhad Bhabie, who was one of the first artists to honor the singer after news of her death broke.
EMANI’S FAMILY STATEMENT
The singer’s manager released a statement in the name of her family to PEOPLE.
It said: “It is with heavy hearts that the family of Emani has confirmed her passing.
“They would like to share that although she fought courageously and the medical team went above and beyond doing everything in their power to aid in her recovery, on Monday, October 11th, Emani succumbed to the injuries she sustained after a tragic accident.
“At this time, Emani’s family is asking for privacy to mourn and honor her life and memories.”
WHERE WAS EMANI FROM?
The rising R&B star was born in Los Angeles, California, December 27, 1998.
EMANI’S FRIEND BROKE THE NEWS
It was reported that the singer’s friend, who goes by the Instagram username, alannatheballer, was the first to share the news.
“I love you so much Emani. I’m so sorry this happened to you. You didn’t deserve this at all!” her friend wrote.
She continued, writing, “You were such a light to so many of us. Thank you for always being so loving and kind to me.”
“I love how bold you were and were never scared to tell me how you feel,” she continued, sharing several stories about Emani in the caption.
The post concludes, “We will always keep your memory alive. 22 forever,” with a bright-red heart emoji.
I ‘ALLOWED MYSELF TO LOSE SIGHT OF ME,’ EMANI SAID
When asked by Voyage LA if her musical journey had been easy, Emani responded “Some of the struggles I’ve faced were all just based around finding myself and learning how to control my head.
“I got lost in love and allowed myself to lose sight of me, but with the things I’ve gone through, I found out so much about myself and the life I have around me.
“It’s changed me and I’m grateful for it every day. I use that time period to help me help others and it’s inspired a lot of my art.”
‘LOVE YOU FOREVER,’ SAYS EMANI’S GRIEVING FATHER
GRIEF POURS OUT ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Fans took to Emani’s Instagram page to share condolences, writing “I can’t believe this is real. rest in peace angel” and “I wish you had more time.”
Some fans also took to Twitter to express their grief.
One fan tweeted: “I WANT TO SCREAM. We lost a beautiful soul today, rest in peace to the brights star in the room Emani 22.”
Other added: “Gonna miss u like crazy :(.”
FANS AND COLLEAGUES FLOOD EMANI 22’S LAST PHOTO
The comment section of Emani’s last Instagram post were flooded with tributes and condolences.
“So sad! Rest In Love,” singer Chris Scholar wrote with blue emojis.
“Rest in heaven babygirl,” singer S3nsi Molly wrote.
TRIPPIE REDD: CREATIVE PARTNER
Some of Emani’s most notable work has been through collaborations with rapper Trippie Redd.
She appears on the 2018 album A Love Letter to You on the songs Firestarter and Emani Interlude.
There are also rumors the two artists have dated.
TRIPPIE REDD: CREATIVE PARTNER
Some of Emani’s most notable work has been through collaborations with rapper Trippie Redd.
She appears on the 2018 album A Love Letter to You on the songs Firestarter and Emani Interlude.
There are also rumors the two artists have dated.
FANS SMACK DOWN JOKERS IN INSTAGRAM COMMENTS
Some Instagram users cracked jokes in Bhad Bhabie’s comment section under her tribute for Emani, but the singers’ fans were quick to defend.
“I don’t understand why people laughing,” responded one of the artist’s fans.
“This s**t ain’t no joke she lost someone she was close to let her grieve in peace.”
EMANI’S CAREER WAS JUST BEGINNING
Born December 27, 1998, Johnson was a Los Angeles native who was just starting her career as an R&B singer and dancer.
Over the years, Johnson had released multiple singles before her debut album, The Color Red, which came out in 2020.
WHAT WAS EMANI’S NET WORTH?
Emani’s net worth is reported to be around $500,000.
This number is only an estimate.
FACEBOOK TRIBUTE: ‘THE LAST THING I THOUGHT I’D HEAR’
A friend of Emani, Sincere Show, paid tribute to the singer on Facebook.
‘I’m heartbroken right now the last thing I thought I’d hear today was that you’re gone,” the post reads.
“I never question s**t but this is crazy like why her I cannot believe this Rest In Peace,” it concludes.
BHAD BHABIE REMEMBERS HER DOG’S ‘FAVORITE AUNTIE’
Rapper Bhad Bhabie led tributes posting photographs of the artist, whose real name is Emani Johnson.
“I don’t even know what to say…This doesn’t even feel real. I used to spend almost everyday with you,” Bhabie wrote.
“You taught me so many things. You are my inspiration for many things (hair,nails, style, etc) my big sister I’m gonna miss you so much.”
She also posted photographs of the star with her dog, writing “Chuppas favorite auntie.”
WHY ARE EMANI 22 FANS MAD AT TRIPPIE RED?
In 2018, Emani collaborated with rapper Trippie Redd for a few songs on his album A Love Letter to You 3.
News of the young artist’s apparent death started circulating online on Monday, October 11, 2021.
Other musicians and fans began to pay tribute on social media, with rapper Bhad Bhabie one of the first to lead tributes on Instagram.
Emani fans are angry at Trippie, however, as no word has come from his social media regarding her death.
WHAT WAS EMANI’S MOST STREAMED SONG?
Emani’s most streamed song on Spotify is “Feelings,” with over 252,085 listens.
EMANI ON HER BEGINNINGS IN MUSIC
Emani spoke to Voyage LA two years ago about her passion for music.
She said, “All my life, art, and self-expression has been everything to me.”
Her interest in music began in childhood.
“So, ever since I was younger, I was always finding ways every day to share my thoughts and visions or just anyway to make them tangible somehow.”
“I want to show people how I see things, how I hear them,” the singer concluded.
MANAGER GRIEVES AN ‘EFFORTLESS’ PARTNERSHIP
“Emani 22 was a wonderful individual that literally brightened up any room she was in,” producer J Maine said in a statement to People.
“I worked on music with her, and helped her put together her last project, which was ‘The Color Red.'”
“The way we worked together was effortless, we just understood each other,” the producer said. “It hurts so bad to know that the last time I saw her was the last time I’d ever see her again.”
