Rest in Power: BeatKing, Houston's Hip-Hop King, Dies at 39

Popular Houston-based rapper, BeatKing, has passed away at the young age of 39.

The Hip-Hop community is mourning the loss of a legend. Justin Riley, known to the world as BeatKing, has left an indelible mark on the Houston music scene and beyond. His manager, Tasha Fielder, broke the tragic news via Instagram, sending shockwaves through the industry and leaving fans devastated.

Who is BeatKing?

A powerhouse in the Hip-Hop realm, BeatKing reigned supreme in the Houston and Dallas club scenes. With an explosive career spanning over a decade, he graced the industry with his bold lyrics, heavy basslines, and an unparalleled ability to keep the energy surging in any club setting.

Dominating since the early 2010s, BeatKing blessed us with iconic projects like "King of the Club," "Club God 3," and the unapologetic "Gangsta Stripper Music." He left his mark on Travis Scott's "Astroworld" and kept the twerking alive with "Twerk It for Vine."

But BeatKing wasn't just a force in the clubs. He was a collaborative genius, working with renowned artists such as Ludacris, Juicy J, DJ Chose, Paul Wall, Slim Thug, and Project Pat, to name a few. His latest album, "She Won't Leave Houston," dropped just last July, further cementing his lasting impact on the Houston music landscape.

Tributes Pour In

The outpouring of love and reminiscence flooded social media as fans and fellow artists paid homage to the late, great BeatKing.

2 Chainz, a frequent collaborator, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, expressing his sorrow and reminiscing about their creative partnership.

"[BeatKing] taught Me how to throw it in a circle, we made classics, I produced a record of his that I’m proud of, he was proud of his latest Album he played it for me in ya shoe closet, we were both inspired by each other, you will b missed 💔 KING BEAT 🤴🤴🤴" - 2 Chainz via Instagram

Bun B also took to social media to express his grief and honor his fellow Houston legend:

"We lost another legend in Houston today. Rest in Power BeatKing. Htown will never be the same. Prayers up to his family and friends. 🙏🏾♥️🔥 #RIPBEATKING #ClubGod” - Bun B via Twitter

As the world grieves the loss of BeatKing, his music and legacy will forever resonate, reminding us of his immense talent and enduring influence on Hip-Hop culture.

Rest in power, BeatKing. Your beat lives on eternally.