Rising Texas Rapper ‘Bornpaid Treezy’ Dead After Return Home — Family Says “He Just Wanted a Chance”
FORT WORTH, TX — MAY 26, 2025 —
In heartbreaking news shaking the local music scene and his hometown of Temple, Texas, rising rapper Bornpaid Treezy has died under tragic circumstances. The young artist, who had been living in Fort Worth while chasing his dream of making it in the rap world, passed away shortly after being urged to return home to take steps toward building a better future.
Treezy, a passionate lyricist known for his raw talent and gritty street storytelling, had recently traveled to Oklahoma with a cousin who wanted to help him turn his life around. According to family, the plan was to set Treezy on a new path—one that included stability, legal documentation, and job opportunities alongside his music.
“All he wanted to do was rap,” his cousin said in a tearful statement. “But there’s more to life than just that. I told him he needed to go back to Texas, get his ID, and come back to start fresh. He didn’t want to go back, but I made him. I just wanted him to have a chance in life… and now he’s gone.”
The news of Treezy’s death has left family, friends, and fans reeling. The circumstances of his passing have not been officially released, but those closest to him say the pain of losing him is deepened by the weight of what could have been—a career in music, a new start, and a life filled with promise.
Treezy, originally from Temple, had long used music as a personal outlet, drawing from his experiences and struggles to create tracks that resonated with listeners across Texas. Though unsigned, he was steadily building a following, releasing freestyles, music videos, and collaborations with other local artists. Many believed it was only a matter of time before he gained wider recognition.
“Treezy had it—that voice, that energy, that truth,” said a Fort Worth producer who worked with him. “He wasn’t just chasing fame. He had something to say. He was one of the realest I’ve ever worked with.”
Loved ones are now grappling with the grief of losing a young man full of potential, whose path was just beginning to shift toward a better future. His cousin, who had brought him to Oklahoma in hopes of guiding him, is devastated.
“I thought I was helping him,” they said. “I thought we had more time.”
Tributes have poured in across social media, with friends and fellow artists posting photos, lyrics, and videos in honor of the late rapper. Some are calling for his unreleased music to be shared publicly to keep his voice alive.
As the community mourns, Treezy’s story serves as a sobering reminder of how quickly life can change—and how deeply the loss of even one young voice can be felt.
A memorial and celebration of life are currently being planned, with details expected to be released by the family in the coming days. Supporters are encouraged to keep Treezy’s name alive by sharing his music and honoring his legacy.