HHP's death a lesson - NSK

Fans and the entire hip-hop community were plunged into a state of mourning this week, following the death of South African icon, Hip Hop Pantsula (HHP), also known as Jabba.His death was confirmed on Wednesday afternoon. The Namibian hip-hop community and his South African and other fans took to social media to express their grief. Radio deejay, NSK, who is a hip-hop enthusiast, told tjil HHP's death should be a lesson to Namibians, who should take their mental health seriously. HHP had been suffering from depression.“It's sad that someone had to die for us to realise the importance of mental health. We never take it seriously and we should, especially in these times of economic hardship. “Traditionally, men are not allowed to show emotion or express their feelings, and this is hazardous. “We should start opening up about everything. We should not say things like just because someone has money and a good life they can't be depressed,” NSK said.Local hip-hop artist J Black, who had the chance to engage the late Jabba, said he was one-of-a-kind.“I met him in 2011 and we spoke about music, lyrics and our industry. He was special because he used his status to help upcoming artists. As big as his brand was, he could jump on a song with anyone. If there is something to learn from him, it is his humbleness,” J Black said. Those close to HHP have reportedly detailed how he spoke about feelings of hopelessness and how he felt his life was spiralling out of control in the days before his death. According to Sowetan the hip-hop veteran is suspected to have taken his own life and his body was discovered in his bedroom by his helper. The newspaper said in HHP's last few hours he had spoken of how he was “losing it”.“I'm depressed. I'm going out of control. I'm losing it,” he apparently said, before taking his last bow.June Shimuoshili and Sowetan Live

HHP's death a lesson - NSK

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Namibian Sun 2025-06-18

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