After the unexpected and sudden death of Mac Miller, G-Eazy took the stage in Florida and broke down during a song dedicated to his late friend.
G-Eazy performed a tribute to Mac Miller by singing the song “Everything Will Be OK” and shed some tears on stage. Fans in the crowd turned on the flashlights on their phones and watched the emotional moment.
Before his performance, the rapper had made a statement on twitter.
Completely devastated and heart broken I’m at a loss for words mac you were like a brother to me and were there for me in the hardest of times, especially this summer. I can’t believe this is real. ?
— G-Eazy (@G_Eazy) September 7, 2018
The performance was both emotional and powerful. G-Eazy concluded the song by saying: “I swear, life is so f—ing fragile.”
The rapper then posted a picture of himself in front of a beautiful photo of Miller with the caption: “Performed everything will be ok for you tonight and f—in broke down on stage. Rest peacefully bro, we miss you.”
— G-Eazy (@G_Eazy) September 8, 2018
G-Eazy cancelled the after party for this show by explaining to fans that it would understandably not “seem appropriate or right.”
Miller had been open about his problems with addiction in the past. Although he died of an apparent overdose, officials are still trying to confirm the cause of this tragedy.
It is clear that the death of Mac Miller has affected many and will only continue to as time goes on. He impacted a generation with his caring personality and the music he created.
Public figures and fans who were both close to the rapper and did not know him have made statements about the tragedy via social media. The rapper’s most recent and well known ex-girlfriend, Ariana Grande, posted a touching photo on Instagram in memory of him. The photo now has over 9 million likes.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bneu_dCHVdn/?hl=en&taken-by=arianagrande
Mac Miller will be remembered for his kind heart, talent and impressive music ability.