On February 5, hip-hop heavy weight Irv Gotti tragically died at 54 years old. Since then, fans and musicians alike have mourned the famed director, producer, and label executive.

Ashanti has finally released a public statement about the passing of her former mentor and head of the Murder Inc. Records label, Irv Gotti, and it is truly commendable. As REVOLT previously reported,

Singer Ashanti paid respect to late record producer and Murder, Inc, CEO Irv Gotti despite the pair's checkered history.

Record executive and music producer Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo, who helped launch music careers for Ashanti, DMX and Ja Rule, died at 54. Ashanti has broken her silence on the death of Irv Gotti … and her heartfelt message made it clear she cared for him deeply

Ashanti Reflects on Irv Gotti’s Influence on Her Career. A shanti, the renowned American singer, songwriter, and actress, has always been open about the strong bond she shared w