Liberian rapper Young Sotee, also known as Sotee Nasty, has passed away.

Remembering U.S.-Based Artist Who Championed the hipco and trapco sounds

The Liberian music community is in mourning following the tragic passing of rapper Sotee Nasty.

Sources say Sotee Nasty reportedly died from an overdose after a long battle with depression, underscoring the challenges many independent artists face.

Born in Liberia and later on moved to the New Jersey area, Sotee Nasty emerged as one of the few bold voices pushing the hipco and trapco rap movement forward. He officially debuted in 2016, but his March 2019 single “Your Leave Me,” was a statement needed to be have. “Your Leave Me” was a raw and emotional release that introduced listeners to his honest lyricism and gritty sound.

Later that year, he followed up with his October mixtape MISSING WALLET, which featured standout tracks such as “God With It,” “Actorador,” and his top-charting single “Follow for Them.”

“Follow for Them” went on to chart as high as no.14 in Denmark, no. 28 in India, and no.99 in Belgium apple music; a rare achievement for a Liberian rapper.

Many believe the song could have reached even greater heights if Liberia had stronger music industry infrastructure to support artist growth. Sotee Nasty also gained wider recognition through collaborations, including “Law Freestyle” on Bucky Raw’s Country Soda mixtape, alongside Starks Vader.

Beyond the music, Sotee Nasty was remembered as a passionate and genuine person. His death is a painful loss, but his contribution to Liberian hip-hop will not be forgotten.