Whodini rapper John “Ecstasy” Fletcher has passed away at the age of 56.
Musician and journalist Questlove announced the news on Wednesday afternoon.
“A love of ecstasy from the legendary #Whodini,” he said.
“This man was legendary and a crucial member of one of the most legendary groups in hip hop. This is a sad man. “
Ecstasy formed the group Whodini with Jalil Hutchins in Brooklyn, New York in 1982, before DJ Grandmaster Dee joined in 1986.
The trio was responsible for the hits ‘The Haunted House of Rock’, ‘Friends’ and ‘Freaks Come Out at Night’.
The group received the Hip Hop Icon Award at the third annual Black Music Honors in 2018.
After the news of his death, several artists took to social media to share their condolences.
Ice Cube posted a photo of the artist and wrote, “Thank you Ecstasy for showing us how to do it. REST IN PEACE.”
Rapper Jermaine Dupri shared a video of Fletcher, captioned: “My God this one hurts me so bad I can’t even believe I’m posting this, Ex you know I love you, thank you for every word, every conversation may your soul rest in strength every good time #whodini q. “
“RIP to ecstasy from http: //Whodini. One of the most underrated voices in hip hop. Too many hits! Condolences to his fam ‘, wrote rapper Q-Tip.
