Scores of Soca artistes are paying tribute to Ricardo Drue, the Antiguan soca sensation who died on Tuesday.
According to the Antigua Observer, Drue died at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre in Antigua after being found unresponsive and rushed to the hospital.
He is known for his soca hits ‘Vagabond’ and ‘Professional’, among others.
“I’d do anything to hear your voice, wake up!,” wrote Trinidadian soca star Patrice Roberts, who was engaged to Drue. The couple also have a 7-year-old daughter.
Other soca artistes from across the region paid tribute to the 34-year-old artist and sent their condolenses to Roberts.
From Nailah Blackman:
“I’m utterly confused and I don’t know how it’s possible! What a great soul, positivity and light. I send my deepest condolences and prayers to your family Patrice Roberts, only God knows why and He has a plan. May he rest in peace,” said Trinidadian singer Nailah Blackman.
From Bunji Garlin:
The Viking, Bunji Garlin posted “Our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Ricardo Drue at this time. It was and still is an honour to call him friend and brother as always when we see each other. He had a strong vision of self and where he wanted to take it. Love and respect to the fullest brother.”
From Skinny Fabulous:
From St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Skinny Fabulous expressed his sadness at Drue’s passing and pleadged his support to Patrice Roberts.
“The last thing I expected to hear on that phone this morning was your passing bro. You were one of the realist people I knew swear to God. I’ll never forget the random calls you made to me asking if I was OK simply because you felt an energy that compelled you to make sure I was good and to let me know that you there if I needed anything. You were kind and sincere bro. I wish I got to tell you more how much I appreciated your help and care on Uber, the daily knock on my door to bring meds or water, or just make sure I’m good. 😢. How are you not here today bro? How? I will miss you. We will miss you. I pray for strength for your family and your kids 😢😢😢 your kids 😢😢 . @patriceroberts1 I am so sorry for your loss and please know that we are here in anywhich way to support,” he posted.
Drue leaves behind five children.
