By Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly | Rico Wade, who co-wrote and produced TLC’s 1995 smash “Waterfalls” as a member of Atlanta’s legendary production team Organized Noize and founded the Dungeon Family collective, has died. He was 52.
“We are deeply saddened by the sudden and unexpected passing of our son, father, husband, and brother Rico Wade,” his family said in a statement to Entertainment Weekly. “Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a talented individual who touched the lives of so many. We ask that you respect the legacy of our loved one and our privacy at this time.”
In a joint statement, the Dungeon Family — the Atlanta-based music collective whose alums include OutKast, Goodie Mob, Killer Mike, Janelle Monáe, Future, and more — and Wade’s Organized Noize partners, Ray Murray and Sleepy Brown, said, “We are devastated by the news of the passing of our dear brother Rico Wade.”
They continued, “The world has lost one of the most innovative architects in music, and we have lost an invaluable friend. Rico was the cornerstone of Organized Noize and the Dungeon Family, and we will forever treasure his memory and the moments we shared, creating music as a united team. Our hearts weigh heavy with sorrow, and we kindly request privacy and empathy during this challenging period. Rico’s presence will always have a special spot in our hearts, and in the music we presented to the world.”
A cause of death was not provided.
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Photo: Rico Wade | From a Facebook page | posted by Dennis J. West
Rico Wade, Legendary Atlanta Producer Who Worked With OutKast and co-Wrote TLC’s ‘Waterfalls,’ Dies at 52
