Scores of Soca artistes are paying tribute to Ricardo Drue, the Antiguan soca sensation who died on Tuesday.
In accordance with the Antigua Observer, Drue died on the Sir Lester Chicken Medical Centre in Antigua after being discovered unresponsive and rushed to the hospital.
He’s identified for his soca hits ‘Vagabond’ and ‘Skilled’, amongst others.
“I’d do something to listen to your voice, get up!,” wrote Trinidadian soca star Patrice Roberts, who was engaged to Drue. The couple even have a 7-year-old daughter.
Different soca artistes from throughout the area paid tribute to the 34-year-old artist and despatched their condolenses to Roberts.
From Nailah Blackman:
“I’m totally confused and I don’t know the way it’s potential! What an ideal soul, positivity and light-weight. I ship my deepest condolences and prayers to your loved ones Patrice Roberts, solely God is aware of why and He has a plan. Could he relaxation in peace,” mentioned Trinidadian singer Nailah Blackman.
From Bunji Garlin:
The Viking, Bunji Garlin posted “Our heartfelt condolences to the household, buddies and family members of Ricardo Drue presently. It was and nonetheless is an honour to name him pal and brother as at all times after we see one another. He had a robust imaginative and prescient of self and the place he needed to take it. Love and respect to the fullest brother.”
From Skinny Fabulous:
From St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Skinny Fabulous expressed his disappointment at Drue’s passing and pleadged his help to Patrice Roberts.
“The very last thing I anticipated to listen to on that cellphone this morning was your passing bro. You have been one of many realist folks I knew swear to God. I’ll always remember the random calls you made to me asking if I used to be OK merely since you felt an vitality that compelled you to verify I used to be good and to let me know that you just there if I wanted something. You have been sort and honest bro. I want I obtained to let you know extra how a lot I appreciated your assist and care on Uber, the each day knock on my door to carry meds or water, or simply be sure I’m good. 😢. How are you not right here in the present day bro? How? I’ll miss you. We are going to miss you. I pray for energy for your loved ones and your children 😢😢😢 your children 😢😢 . @patriceroberts1 I’m so sorry to your loss and please know that we’re right here in anywhich solution to help,” he posted.
Drue leaves behind 5 kids.
