Female rapper BO$$ has passed away at 54, leaving behind a legacy as one of the biggest bosses in the music industry.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of renowned female rapper, Lichelle Laws, also known as BO$$ in the hip-hop community. She passed away on March 11 at the age of 54. BO$$ made history as the first female rapper to be signed to Def Jam West.

Born in Detroit, BO$$ later moved to New York before ultimately settling in Los Angeles. It was there where she caught the attention of producer DJ Quik, who helped her secure a record deal. While BO$$ was the face of the group, her DJ, Irene "Dee" Moore, was an integral part of their success. Together, they released their most popular and widely recognized song, "Deeper," as part of their only album, "Born Gangstaz," in May 1993. The album sold close to 400,000 copies.

"Deeper" quickly climbed the charts, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart and number 65 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album itself also gained recognition, peaking at number 22 on the Billboard 200 and number three on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, according to Hot 97.

Sadly, TMZ reported that BO$$ had been battling renal disease for over a decade, since her diagnosis in 2011. In 2017, she suffered a stroke and seizure, and in 2021, a GoFundMe page was created to help cover the expensive medical care she needed, including a possible kidney transplant. The page raised $18,000 towards her medical bills, according to Billboard.

Upon hearing the news, fellow Houston rapper and entrepreneur Bun B took to Instagram to pay tribute to his "big sis" BO$$. He reminisced about her talent and friendship, sending his love to her and their mutual friend, Rick Royal. DJ Premier also shared his condolences and gave recognition to BO$$'s artistry. He even mentioned a remix he did for "Deeper," which unfortunately was never released. He asked his followers if anyone had access to the remix.

In the mid-90s, Laws made the move to Dallas, where she raised her child. She also pursued a career as a radio DJ. BET also reported that BO$$ was one half of the dynamic duo behind the popular card game, "University of Dope," which tests players' knowledge of hip-hop. The game was created by two Black women, showcasing BO$$'s diverse talents and contributions to the culture. She will truly be missed, but her legacy will live on through her music and impact on the hip-hop community.

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