Lil Peep, whose real name was Gustav Åhr, passed away on November 15, 2017, due to an accidental drug overdose involving fentanyl and Xanax.
His death was a significant loss to the music world, as he was known for his influential work in blending emo and rap genres.
Meet Lil Peep
Lil Peep, born Gustav Åhr on November 1, 1996, was a Long Beach, New York native. Raised by his Irish-German mother and Swedish-German father, he developed a passion for music early on.
After dropping out of high school, he began uploading his songs to YouTube, which marked the start of his career.
His candid lyrics, addressing themes like depression, heartbreak, drug use, and sexuality, resonated deeply with fans and helped him build a substantial and dedicated following.
Lil Peep’s Death Cause
Lil Peep was found deceased on his tour bus in Tucson, Arizona, on November 15, 2017. He was 21 years old.
The toxicology report revealed that he had tested positive for fentanyl, Xanax, marijuana, cocaine, tramadol, and various other prescription opiates.
However, the report also indicated that there was no alcohol in his system at the time of his death.
