lil poppa Dead at 25, Fulton County Medical Examiner Confirms
Janarious Mykel Wheeler, known professionally as lil poppa, has died at the age of 25. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed he was pronounced dead at 11: 23 AM ET on Wednesday. Authorities have not released a cause of death and say the matter is under investigation.
Medical examiner confirmation and ongoing investigation
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office issued the confirmation that Wheeler was pronounced dead at 11: 23 AM ET. Officials have stated the cause of death remains undetermined while investigators continue their work. No further details about the circumstances of his death have been released at this time.
The rapper’s passing has prompted questions from fans and members of the music community. Local and regional officials are handling the investigative details as the initial examination proceeds, and next steps typically include toxicology testing and a full review of medical and scene findings.
Music career and recent releases
Wheeler rose from the Jacksonville scene to wider recognition over the past several years. Signed to a prominent record group, he built a following with a string of singles and albums that blended melodic rap and candid lyricism. His breakout tracks included “Love & War, ” “Mind Over Matter, ” and “HAPPY TEARS. ”
In August, he released a 16-track album titled Almost Normal Again, which helped solidify his profile. Just days before his death he released a new single, “Out of Town Bae, ” and shared a music video for that song only a few days earlier. That new material had been scheduled to be part of his upcoming live appearances.
Final posts, fan reaction and scheduled performances
In the hours before the death confirmation, Wheeler posted a short video featuring lyrics from a well-known song that reflect themes of heartbreak and searching for peace of mind. That last public post and the recent single have since become focal points for fans offering tributes and expressing shock.
Tributes poured in from listeners who remembered him for both his music and his rapidly rising profile. Comments on his recent posts expressed disbelief and grief, with many fans calling for peaceful reflection and remembrance of his work.
Wheeler had been slated to perform next month in New Orleans. Promoters and venues linked to that booking have not released updates about the scheduled appearance in light of the confirmation of his death.
Lil poppa’s sudden passing cuts short a career that had been gaining momentum. He leaves behind a catalog that captured a distinct voice from Jacksonville, and his recent output suggested he was planning to expand his reach with new singles and live dates. As investigators continue their work, friends, collaborators and fans are remembering his contributions to the scene and awaiting further information from officials.
