Costa Titch Death Video Twitter: What Happened to the South African Rapper?
Costa Titch was a rising star in the South African music scene, known for his catchy amapiano songs and energetic dance moves. But on March 11, 2023, he shocked his fans and the world when he collapsed on stage during a performance at Ultra music concert in Johannesburg and died shortly after. A video of his last moments has gone viral on Twitter, sparking an outpouring of grief and tributes for the young artist.
Who was Costa Titch?
Costa Titch was born Costa Tsobanoglou on June 16, 1995 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. He started his career as a dancer and choreographer, working with artists like Riky Rick, Cassper Nyovest, Kwesta and AKA. He also appeared on several TV shows as a dancer and actor.
He made his debut as a rapper in 2019 with his single “Nkalakatha”, which became a hit and earned him nominations at the South African Hip Hop Awards and the MTV Africa Music Awards. He followed up with more successful singles like “Thembi”, “Areyeng” and “Made In Africa”. He also collaborated with international stars like Snoop Dogg, Sean Kingston and DJ Maphorisa.
He was known for his unique style of blending amapiano, hip hop and kwaito genres, as well as his charismatic personality and positive energy. He had a loyal fan base who called themselves “Titch Gang”.
How did Costa Titch die?
According to reports, Costa Titch suffered a seizure while performing at Ultra music concert at Expo Centre in Nasrec, Johannesburg on March 11. He collapsed on stage in front of thousands of spectators who were enjoying his performance.
A video of the incident has been circulating on Twitter under the hashtag #CostaTitchDeathVideoTwitter. The video shows him rapping energetically before suddenly falling to the ground motionless. His backup dancers try to help him while the crowd screams in shock.
He was rushed to hospital but pronounced dead on arrival. The cause of death has not been officially confirmed yet but some sources claim it was due to an overdose of drugs or alcohol.
How did people react to Costa Titch’s death?
The news of Costa Titch’s death spread quickly on social media platforms like Twitter where many people expressed their sadness and disbelief over losing such a talented musician at such a young age.
Some of his fellow artists also paid tribute to him online by posting messages of condolence or sharing memories of working with him.
- Julius Malema (@Julius_S_Malema), leader of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), tweeted: “Rest In Peace Costa Titch. You were one of our own who made us proud with your talent and creativity.”
- Phil Mphela (@PhilMphela), entertainment commentator tweeted: “RIP Costa Titch. You were such a breath of fresh air in SA music industry.”
- Snoop Dogg (@SnoopDogg), American rapper tweeted: “Sad news from South Africa man RIP Costa Titch you were dope bro much love.”
- DJ Maphorisa (@DjMaphorisa), South African producer tweeted: “I can’t believe this man RIP Costa Titch we had so much plans together you were my brother.”
What is Costa Titch’s legacy?
Costa Titch leaves behind a legacy of music that will live on forever among his fans and admirers. He was one of the pioneers of amapiano rap genre that fused traditional South African sounds with modern hip hop beats.
He also inspired many young people to pursue their dreams despite their circumstances or challenges.
He once said in an interview: “I want people to know that anything is possible if you work hard enough.”
He proved that by becoming one of the most successful artists in South Africa within a short span of time.
He also gave back to his community by supporting various causes like education, health care and social justice.
He will be remembered as an icon who brought joy and happiness to millions through his music.
Conclusion
Costa Titch was more than just a rapper; he was an entertainer who touched many lives with his talent and personality. His death has left a huge void in the South African music scene.
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