These never-before-seen videos show the late DMX rapper acting for inmates in a Manhattan prison while serving for tax fraud, DailyMail.com can reveal.
The rap icon died on April 9 at the age of 50 after a drug overdose and heart attack at his home in White Plains, New York.
The multi-platinum selling musician, whose real name was Earl Simmons, was no stranger to prison and had been incarcerated 30 times in his life.
These exclusive videos were shot in 2018 when the superstar was incarcerated at the Metropolitan Correctional Center New York after violating the terms of his tax fraud release by failing a drug test.
DailyMail.com Has Obtained Exclusive Video DMX Rapping For Inmates In Manhattan Jail While Serving Time For Tax Fraud In 2018
DMX can be seen rapping energetically in front of his fellow inmates. The prisoner who took the footage told DailyMail.com: ‘He used to knock for us every now and then. It was what he liked to do ‘
The rapper can be seen rapping energetically for his fellow inmates in the dormitory of the prison.
The source who took the footage and asked to remain anonymous said inmates asked DMX to rap for them when he was transferred to another facility and he did.
The multi-platinum selling musician, whose real name was Earl Simmons, had been incarcerated 30 times in his life. Pictured in a 2013 mugshot
“We were talking to each other just before he left,” said the prisoner. Someone asked if he could rap for us.
“I had a cell phone and I answered it while he was busy.”
The source added that the star, who rose to fame in the 1990s with New York rappers Jay-Z and Ja Rule, got along well with his fellow inmates.
“Under the circumstances, he was regular,” they said. He got on well with the other prisoners.
‘We were together there for six months and then he was sent to another prison.
The source said he and other inmates asked DMX about the lives of celebrities and what it was like to be in the spotlight.
“We asked him about the things that happen in Hollywood,” they said. “When he was with the boys, he seemed normal.”
The former inmate said this wasn’t the only time DMX was knocked behind bars.
“He knocked for us every now and then,” he said. It was what he liked to do. If anyone asked him, he would.
The source said he grew up listening to DMX and said it was ‘great’ to ‘be next to him and see it up close’.
“I never saw him write songs in prison, but I think so. He was a popular guy. He was popular in the free world, so you know he was popular in prison. ‘
The source added that he was saddened by the news of DMX’s death last week.
‘I felt bad. I grew up listening to him so it felt like a big deal. ‘
The rap icon died on April 9 at the age of 50 after a drug overdose and heart attack at his home in White Plains, New York.
A prayer vigil was held by family, friends and fans outside the hospital where DMX was receiving care in White Plains, New York, before it was announced that his organs were failing
DMX’s family confirmed the news in a statement, “ We are deeply saddened to announce today that our loved one, DMX, Earl Simmons’ birth name, has passed away at the age of 50 at White Plains Hospital with his family to his side after it was placed. on life support for the past few days. ‘
The news came after his vital organs failed, that he had “not regained any brain function,” and that his condition had not improved after a series of tests conducted at White Plains Hospital, New York.
Earl was a warrior who fought to the end. He loved his family with all his heart and we cherish the time we spent with him, ” the statement continued, shared via People. “Earl’s music has inspired countless fans around the world and his iconic legacy will live on forever.”
“We appreciate all the love and support during this incredibly difficult time. Please respect our privacy as we mourn the loss of our brother, father, uncle and the man who knew the world as DMX. We will share information about his memorial service once the details are finalized. ‘