Future Fambo ‘grateful to be alive’ after heart attack; talks new music

“Rum & Redbull” dancehall DJ Future Fambo is thankful to be alive after he suffered a mild heart attack in New York on Sunday. The DJ thanked God for preserving his life and said the heart attack reminded him of the importance of eating right and trusting in God.

Speaking by telephone to Caribbean National Weekly from NY, the DJ joked about not going to the hospital.

“This is New York, so the hospital comes to you,” he revealed.

He confirmed he was recovering and thanked God for his mercies.

“I’m feeling much better now. I thank God for saving my life. I ate and drank some orange juice and water. I plan to drink less alcohol now, as you can’t drink and not eat good food. It will mash you up,” he shared.

Two years ago, Fambo revealed that he was suffering from diabetes after concerned fans began asking about his health and his weight loss. He eventually opened up about his brief stay in rehab, thanking Sean Paul for his support. Speaking about his recent collaboration “Never Know How She Gets So Wild’ with Ras Emmanuel, Fambo said the video and song have been gaining traction on radio and streaming platforms.

“Yeah, the song with me and Ras Emmanuel is trending now,” he said. “But you know, because it’s not glorifying badness, abortion, or things like that, it takes time before people accept it. In some people’s minds, culture music nuh relevant. It is slow out the block,” he informed.

Ras Emmanuel, who spoke with Fambo moments after the heart attack, is upbeat about their collaboration as well. The song was released this past summer.

“The video for the song is doing very well, thanks to rotation on the radio,” Emmanuel disclosed.

Emmanuel, however, admitted that his biggest concern right now is the well-being of his friend Fambo.

“When I spoke to him, he was in a great spirit. He was grateful for life. I advised him to just take it easy and follow up with his doctor’s visits,” he shared.