SAINT PAUL, MN. (THECOUNT) — Rapper Lexii Alijai, born Alexis Alijai Lynch, has died at the age of 21.

The cause of death has not been revealed but her family confirmed the news on Facebook.

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“They say don’t question God, but damn why you baby,” LaMycha Jett, who identified herself as a family member, wrote. “This thing called life is crazy as hell. My Heart is broken, the tears won’t stop. I’m trynna hold it together… I love you more then you’ll ever know. I can’t focus. I can’t concentrate, I’m numb.”

“Rest easy baby… You gained your beautiful wings. Please keep our family in your prayers.”

Alijai released two albums during her career as a rapper, Joseph’s Coat in 2015 and Growing Pains in 2017, reports SOOToday.

Kehlani, who worked with Alijai on her 2015 song Jealous, posted an emotional tribute on Instagram.

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