DJ Khaled, Fat Joe, Erica Mena, and many others in the Hip Hop community are grieving the loss of Raul Conde, a member of the renowned Terror Squad. On November 22, Fat Joe shared the heart-wrenching news of Raul Conde's passing on Instagram. Alongside a series of photographs capturing their long-lasting friendship, Fat Joe commemorated the rapper and video director's life. The tragic news has left the Hip Hop community in mourning, as they reflect on the influential role that Raul Conde played within the Terror Squad and the impact he had on the industry as a whole. His loss is deeply felt by those who knew and worked with him.
"My Day 1, how can a man love another man more than your own biological family," he started. "You are one of a kind, the most loyal person I've ever known. We have been together since childhood, chasing our dreams and accomplishing everything we set out to do. I love you with every fiber of my being. I always imagined that we would grow old together, reminiscing about the times we shared and laughing. No one understood me like you did, you were truly heaven-sent, my brother. I wish I could have one last conversation with you.
"My deepest condolences to the Conde family. Thank you for allowing us to have Raul in our lives for all these years."
DJ Khaled expressed his love and admiration for his late comrade, Raul Conde, by sharing a heartfelt collage of photographs on social media. In the caption, DJ Khaled referred to Raul as a rare and genuine brother and friend. He highlighted Raul's unwavering support for everyone's success and declared his love for him. DJ Khaled also emphasized Raul's legendary status and expressed his deep sadness at the loss. The cause of Raul Conde's death has not yet been revealed, but he passed away at the age of 52. Raul is most recognized for his collaborations with Fat Joe and his contributions to the music industry.
Terror Squad singer Tony Sunshine also took to Instagram to honor the memory of his fallen comrade, expressing the deep bond they shared. Reflecting on their recent time together in Las Vegas, Tony Sunshine mentioned laughing and engaging in spirited conversations. He expressed gratitude for having had the chance to have one last conversation and share a drink with Raul before parting ways. Raul's final words to Tony were filled with love and pride, acknowledging Tony's achievements. In response, Tony expressed his thanks, to which Raul humbly replied, "No, thank you." Tony concluded his tribute with an emotional plea to keep Raul's legacy alive.