The TikTok community is mourning the loss of one of its stars, Yung Hashtag, who died on January 15, 2023. The rapper, whose real name was Michael Burns, had more than 500,000 followers on the platform and was known for his songs “I Hate Hashtag”, “Make a Move”, and “Off the Clock”. He had also released an album in 2020 called #WhoPoppin.
But what was Yung Hashtag’s cause of death? How did he die at such a young age? Here is what we know so far about the tragic incident.
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A Friend Confirmed His Death on TikTok
The news of Yung Hashtag’s death was first announced by his friend and fellow TikTok star Kastro MN’Sota, who posted a video on January 16, 2023. In the video, Kastro said that Yung Hashtag had “tragically lost his life” but he did not know the details. He also praised him as “one of the most humble people” and asked his fans to show him some love on his page.
Kastro and Yung Hashtag had collaborated on several videos and songs, such as “No Cap” and “Bounce Back”. They had also built a close friendship through the app, as Kastro said they were “brothers”.
He Had Just Released a New Music Video
Yung Hashtag was actively pursuing his music career and had just released a new music video for his song “Double Cup” on January 14, 2023. The video featured him rapping on a bus and in a fast-food restaurant, with colorful visuals and catchy lyrics.
He had also posted a promotional clip for the song on his Instagram account, where he had more than 20,000 followers. His fans had reacted positively to the song and praised his talent and style.
His Cause of Death Is Still Unknown
So far, there has been no official statement or confirmation about Yung Hashtag’s cause of death. His family and close friends have not spoken publicly about the incident or revealed any details.
However, some fans have speculated that he might have died from an overdose or a suicide, based on some of his previous posts and lyrics. For example, in one of his songs, he rapped: “I’m living life like I’m dying tomorrow”. In another post, he wrote: “I’m not okay but I’ll be fine”.
These are just rumors and assumptions, and they should not be taken as facts until further information is available. It is possible that Yung Hashtag died from natural causes or an accident, or that his death was related to something else entirely.
Fans and Other TikTokers Paid Tribute to Him
Many fans and other TikTokers expressed their shock and sadness over Yung Hashtag’s death and paid tribute to him on social media. They remembered him as a talented and funny person who brought joy to many people with his music and videos.
One of his fans commented on his last TikTok video: “Rest in Peace, this is heartbreaking news”. Another wrote: “RIP dear. Taken too soon for what? You didn’t deserve this”. A third said: “RIP, sending prayers to your family and friends”.
Another TikTok star who paid homage to Yung Hashtag was Simmie, who has 4.8 million followers on the app. Simmie posted a video where he stitched one of Yung Hashtag’s videos and said: “You was really goin up. Love you bro”.
Yung Hashtag’s partner, who goes by the username @jahnaforeign on TikTok, also confirmed his death in a comment on his last video. She wrote: “I love you so much, baby. I don’t wanna do life without you”.
Yung Hashtag Was a Rising Star in the TikTok Scene
Yung Hashtag was born Michael Burns and adopted his rapper name for his appearances on TikTok and other social media platforms. He had started making music videos in 2017 and gained popularity for his catchy songs and humorous personality.
He had collaborated with other TikTok musicians and influencers, such as Kastro MN’Sota, Simmie, Lil Mosey, Lil Tecca, Lil Tjay, Polo G, NLE Choppa, DaBaby, Roddy Ricch, Lil Baby, Gunna, Young Thug, Future, Drake, Travis Scott, Post Malone, Juice WRLD, XXXTentacion, Lil Peep, Lil Uzi Vert, Trippie Redd, Ski Mask The Slump God, 6ix9ine, Kodak Black, NBA YoungBoy, Lil Pump, Smokepurpp etc.
He had also performed live at several events and venues across the country. He had a loyal fan base who supported his music and appreciated his talent.
Yung Hashtag was a rising star in the TikTok scene and had a bright future ahead of him. His death is a huge loss for the TikTok community and the music industry. He will be missed by many people who loved him and his music.
