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French Rapper Werenoi Passes Away Suddenly at 31
French rapper Werenoi, whose real name was Jérémy Bana Owona, has sadly passed away at just 31 years old. He died suddenly on May 17, 2025, in a Paris hospital after experiencing a rapid health decline. While the exact cause of his death hasn’t been officially confirmed, reports suggest it was linked to a cardio-respiratory arrest.
Werenoi first made waves in the French music scene in 2021 with his breakout single “Guadalajara.” Over the next few years, he released three albums—Carré in 2023, Pyramide in 2024, and Diamant Noir in 2025—that earned him widespread praise for his honest lyrics and vivid storytelling about life in the suburbs. Despite his growing fame, he kept his private life mostly out of the spotlight.
His music struck a chord with many, making him the best-selling artist in France for both 2023 and 2024. Werenoi’s talent also led to collaborations with big names like Damso, Ninho, and Aya Nakamura, which further boosted his reputation in the French rap world.
Since his passing, fans and fellow artists have flooded social media with heartfelt tributes. Producer Babs shared a touching message, calling him his brother and expressing his love. Pop star Aya Nakamura, who worked with Werenoi, offered her condolences, and singer Pascal Obispo praised his meaningful music and powerful melodies.
Ex-Nigerian dancehall star Cynthia Morgan takes to social media to plead with fans for their assistance in helping her with her career.
It can be noted that the star recently launched a GoFundMe campaign and has taken to social media while pleading with fans to support her campaign.
“Good day, everyone. In continuation of my previous post, here is a snapshot of my GoFundMe page with the link in my bio. Thank you, @queen_zinnyb.”
Welcome back to the weekend! Another productive week has passed, and it’s time to step back for some well-deserved relaxation. Why not ease into it with some calm music that brings back the early vibes?
Today’s music highlight is none other than Ed Sheeran – a globally celebrated British singer-songwriter known for his soothing, romantic tunes. He’s also known for blending genres and collaborating with a wide range of artists to create unforgettable hits.
Here’s a list of some of his best throwback songs to set the mood just right.
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- Perfect
- Thinking out loud
- Shape of You
- Photograph
- Castle on the Hill
- Give Me Love
- The A team
- Happier
- Supermarket flowers
- Dive
Nigerian singer Zlatan has made headlines after purchasing the latest trendy accessory, Labubu.
It can be noted that Labubu recently gained global fame for its unique appearance and high price. It has now made its way to Nigeria, becoming a status symbol among a few celebrities.
However, many Nigerians have criticized the accessory for its outrageous cost, calling it an unnecessary and extravagant item.
Zlatan was later spotted with the Labubu plush toy, which has sparked a wave of mixed reactions and stirring comments among fans online.
