January 1: Mr. Cee Shot Dead. (1996)

January 1, 1996 – On This Date In Hip-Hop, RBL Posse’s Mr. Cee was shot 9 times near his home on New Years Day.

The Shooting

The Ruthless By Law rapper’s death would spark off a series of retaliatory killings in #HuntersPoint. The 22-year old had just sign a deal with Atlantic. Black C discusses that Mr. Cee was killed by mistake:

Mr. Cee, whose real name is Kyle Church, co-founded the RBL Posse in the late 1980s, a rap group that played a crucial role in shaping the Bay Area rap scene. His distinct lyrical style and gritty storytelling reflected the harsh realities of urban life, resonating with listeners who found solace and understanding in his narratives.

The Sidenote

All 3 members of #RBLPosse have been shot at one point. #BlackC is the only one to survive. Word on the streets is that Mr. Cee was gunned down in a case of mistaken identity. Black C thinks the bullets were really meant for Hitman – who was shot and killed 7 years later.

Rest In Peace Mr. Cee!