Authorities in the area said that Trouble, a rapper best known for his songs showing the gritty side of Atlanta’s life, was shot and killed by domestic violence early Sunday. He was 34 years of age.
Trouble, who was actually Mariel Semonte Orr died in a home invasion at Lake St. James Apartments, Conyers, Georgia at 3:20 a.m. on Sunday, Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Jedidia Canty stated at a press conference.
Jamichael Jones, 33, of Atlanta was being sought. He was subject to warrants in the case, which are based upon allegations of murder, home invasion, and aggravated assault.
Def Jam, one the rapper’s record label, posted a condolences to Trouble’s family on Sunday via Instagram.
The post says, “A true voice for his community and an inspiration to those he proudly represented.”
Canty stated that the suspect was in a “domestic relationship” with Trouble, and that the rapper and suspect didn’t know each other.
She said that the suspect broke into her home and opened fire. Trouble was struck in the chest once. The suspect was declared dead on the spot.
The woman was not identified and was not listed as being injured.
Fans used social media to express their grief and anger at the death of the artist. The spokesperson for the sheriff said that “I know there are many people that are really upset right this moment.”
She stated that deputies were looking into all of the suspect’s known haunts to try to get him into custody.
Alexis Skyy was Trouble’s ex-girlfriend and announced her death via Twitter on Sunday.
She wrote, “Rip @TroubleDTE.” Skoob, I’m sorry. This was not your fault. Your family and children are in my prayers.
Tidal, a music streaming service, marked the sad day with an Instagram post, “Rest in Peace, Trouble.”
The songs of the rapper include “Bring It Back”, “Ain’t My Fault”, and “Come Thru,” to name a few.
Complex quickly recognized Trouble’s first mix tape, “December 17th”, in 2011. Its name is a reference to Trouble’s release date from prison.
Complex described Trouble as a music that reflects the gritty side of Atlanta, while being “considerable musicality and serious pop sensibilities.”
Through 2017, Trouble released mix tapes before moving to the album format. Labels under Universal Music Group including Def Jam, Ear Drummer/Interscope released his last two long-players, “Edgewood” & “Thug Luv”.
Jeff Weiss, a Los Angeles hip-hop journalist, tweeted Trouble “rapped as a 7-foot Terminator, an invincible force nature — but with an emotion streak, artful videos and agile cadences that offered perfect equilibrium.”
