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2024
Rico Wade Obituary
Rico Wade was a member of the Atlanta-based production trio Organized Noize, a key player in Atlanta's hip-hop scene, and one of the architects of the "Dirty South" sound.
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Tony
June 28, 2024
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, and fans of Rico Wade was a member of the Atlanta-based production trio Organized Noize, a key player in Atlanta´s hip-hop scene, and one of the architects of the "Dirty South" sound. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Rico Wade. May his music and legacy keep his memory alive forever.
Rob Robinson
May 19, 2024
Rest In Peace Rico Wade! You are most definitely a true ATL Legend!! You will be sorely missed
Angela Gray
May 11, 2024
The groups and music
Ignatius Reeves
April 26, 2024
My first memory of Rico was when he lived on Delowe Drive in East Point. My father Bob Reeves, owned the landmark detail shop "Bob's Hand Wash", on the now infamous Headland & Delowe! Rico would cut through our parking lot on his way to work @ LeMonte's Beauty Supply in Headland Delowe plaza across the street. Because LeMonte's owner was a frequently customer we had many conversations while he was teenager before the fame. He had an aura, of positivity, polish and persistance even then.
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Gerald Hill
April 20, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Brent Dixon
April 19, 2024
My heart is heavy and I feel compelled to say a few words about Rico Wade, The backbone and a luminary in Atlanta hip-hop and Southern Hip Hop. Rico, along with Organized Noize Productions, was not only a musical icon but a guiding light for all creatives.
My first introduction to him was the very beginning of OutKast´s 1st video Players Ball. Everybody knows the words he said at the very beginning. They really set the tone that Atlanta was here to play and stay. That scene captured the essence of the sound that they produced. I fell in love with the movement instantaneously and I spread the gospel of OutKast & Organized Noize Production throughout South Baton Rouge in 1993 and 94.
No one can tell a story like Rico either. He´s funny without even trying to be and yet profound, effortlessly captivating all who listened. Rico's legacy will forever echo through the music he created, inspiring generations to come. We love and appreciate you Rico. You will be sorely missed.
With heartfelt condolences,
Brent Dixon/ Divided Souls/12Bit Soul
Infinique aka Geechy Boi
April 19, 2024
Never forget he got mad telling us to speak clearly in the mic lol
D Hill
April 19, 2024
Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Wade family and friends Rico will be missed and may his soul rest in eternal peace
Stacey young
April 19, 2024
Rest Peacefully Rico. You will be missed
Todd Frye
April 19, 2024
Rest Easy Sir. I never had the honor of meeting you. But what you stood for and brought to the culture inspired me greatly. Thank you
Loretta Gay
April 18, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Love from
Auntie Loretta Gay
Kimmarie Johnson
April 18, 2024
my deepest condolences to rico´s family. he was very beautiful looking, kind.
Tamara A Johnson-Barnes
April 17, 2024
Prayers and Condolences to the family Thank You Thank YOU sooo much for putting Atlanta on the map! You are a Legend. Thanks for OutKast and Goodie Mob. When no one else looked at the South you came in kicking down doors ! " The South got something to still say" because of you! Much Love and Respect~ Tamara #Westside #Adamsville #zone1 #404 #Exit9
Cynthia Banb
April 17, 2024
Rico I´m going to miss you so much; your smile, your laughter and your kindness, Love, Aunti Cynthia
Rochelle Davis Stokes
April 17, 2024
My Prayers and Condolences. To the Wade Families and friends. Sorry for ur lost. May God continues too Bless everyone.
Nicole S
April 16, 2024
Rest peacefully Rico.
John
April 16, 2024
Many times seeing TLC making over the years and studios of greatest.Blessing to you and family
RR
April 16, 2024
A great producer and an integral part of the Atlanta music industry. One of the best. Sincere condolences to the Wade family and friends, so very sorry for your loss. May God give strength and comfort to you all.
Elizabeth Bell
April 15, 2024
RIP Rico
Carson Loveless
April 15, 2024
Condolences to his family and friends
Wanda Ehite
April 15, 2024
To The Wade Family, And All Who Were Loved And Loved: "For If We Live, We Live To The Lord, And If We Die, We Die To The Lord. Whether We Live, Therefore, Or Die, We Are The Lord's.--Romans 14:7-8, Sincere Empathy, Sympathy And Love
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