The death of Bobby Caldwell led to many tributes online, including one from Chance The Rapper. The Chicago rapper took to his Instagram page where he reacted following the news of Caldwell's death. Chance shared a DM from Caldwell via Twitter where he personally thanked the soul singer for clearing a sample to an unreleased song. “Wow is this really u?” Chance’s DM read. Caldwell confirmed before extending his gratitude for having his music sampled. “Thanks for thinking of me. I’ll be honored if you sample my song,” he wrote.
Chance The Rapper explained that his interaction with Bobby Caldwell is a rare one for any artist who he samples. “This never happens. I’ve never received a message from an artist thanking me for sampling their record,” Chance captioned his post. “This is a record that hasn’t even come out, and the legend himself reached out. I was so excited to meet you, I have not felt broken like this at a strangers passing in so long. You are a true legend and incredible person who I know I will see one day 🕊️ RIP THE GREAT BOBBY CALDWELL.”
Chance The Rapper Reacts To Bobby Caldwell's Death
Caldwell passed away on Tuesday night at his home after years of battling illnesses. The “What You Won’t Do For Love” singer dealt with neuropathy and a torn tendon that prevented him from walking over the past five years. Though there hasn’t been any confirmation of his cause of death, his wife Mary said that his health issues progressed over the years and became significantly worse.
“Bobby passed away here at home. I held him tight in my arms as he left us. I am forever heartbroken,” Mary wrote on his official Twitter account. “Thanks to all of you for your many prayers over the years. He had been ‘FLOXED,’ it took his health over the last 6 years and 2 months. Rest with God, my Love,” she concluded. Fans will miss Bobby Caldwell but his imprint in music, including hip-hop, will live on forever. Check out Chance The Rapper’s post above and share your favorite Caldwell song in the comments.