MF DOOM, once known as Zev Love X, has transformed into an underground hip-hop icon, winning over fans with albums like “Mm..Food” and the groundbreaking “Madvillainy”. However, life took an unexpected turn in 2010, leading him to settle in the UK, far from his US roots. Tragically, on October 31, 2020, the world lost a musical genius. Details surrounding MF DOOM’s death remained shrouded in mystery until a recent revelation shed light on his final moments.
Heartbreaking cause: cerebral hypoxia
A report from Wakefield Coroner’s Court, published by Leeds Live on 4th July 2023, revealed the heartbreaking truth. MF DOOM died in St. James’ in Leeds. The cause of death was a condition called cerebral hypoxia, resulting from respiratory arrest caused by angioedema. This sudden swelling of the face and tongue was the result of an adverse reaction to ACE inhibitors, a prescribed blood pressure medication. Shockingly, the musician only took two doses before the fatal reaction occurred.
Farewell message from Jasmine
On December 31, 2020, a touching message written by his wife Jasmine appeared on MF DOOM’s Instagram account. In her heartfelt tribute, she hailed him as the best husband, father, teacher, student, partner, lover and friend one could ever dream of. She gently revealed that he had “changed” on that fateful October day. The world mourned the loss of MF DOOM, a creative force that left an indelible mark on the musical landscape.
The road less traveled: MF DOOM’s Exile
After the 2010 European tour, MF DOOM’s life took a dramatic turn. When he was denied re-entry to the US, he found himself exiled from the country he called home, leaving his family behind. Settling in the United Kingdom, he continued to make music, but the prolific output of his earlier years proved elusive. Despite the challenges, MF DOOM’s legacy as a musical pioneer lives on, etched in the hearts of fans around the world.
Conclusion: A remembered musical genius
MF DOOM’s journey of reinvention and resilience culminated in an untimely departure that left the world in mourning. The discovery of the circumstances surrounding his death brings bittersweet clarity. His legacy lives on through his revolutionary music, forever remembered by those who found solace and inspiration in his art. The metal-masked villain may have left the stage, but his impact on the hip-hop world will reverberate through the ages.