Gangsta Boo known in the south as the first lady of Memphis rap
Memphis rapper Gangsta Boo, whose real name was Lola Mitchell, has been found dead at the age of 43. The news was confirmed by DJ Paul, a founding member of the group Three 6 Mafia, which Mitchell was a part of. The cause of death has not yet been revealed.
Gangsta Boo began her career in the early 1990s as a member of Three 6 Mafia and went on to become the first female member of the group. She released several solo albums, including “Enquiring Minds” and “Both Worlds *69,” and was known for her distinctive style and fierce flow.
In addition to her work with Three 6 Mafia, Gangsta Boo was also a member of the group Daisy Chain and released music under the pseudonym Lady Boo. She was a pioneer in the Memphis rap scene and had a significant influence on the city’s music community.
Fans and fellow artists have also expressed their condolences on social media, with many remembering Gangsta Boo as a talented and influential figure in the world of hip-hop. Her death is a loss for the music community and she will be remembered as a trailblazer in the world of rap.
