The Guardian ·
Sway, Mobo-winning British rapper, dies aged 44
The British rapper Sway, who proved inspirational to a generation of Black British musicians thanks to his independence and frank, dextrous storytelling, has died aged 44.
The news was announced by the Mobo awards, with whom Sway won best hip-hop act in 2005, the first unsigned act to do so. “Proud to have him as part of our history. Our love goes out to his family, loved ones and fans,” the statement read.
It was confirmed to the Guardian via a close friend, who said he died at his home in Ghana. No cause of death has been announced.
