Lil Jon reveals final texts with son Nathan in upcoming memoir

In his upcoming memoir, ‘I Only Shout So You Can Hear Me’, rapper Lil Jon reveals the final text exchanges with his son, Nathan Smith, prior to his death. The messages provide insight into Nathan’s struggles with anxiety and the pressures of his music career.

Nathan, who performed and produced music as DJ Young Slade, expressed his love for his father and a desire to stop letting fear hold him back. Lil Jon responded with words of reassurance, calling his son talented and smart. Nathan was a graduate of New York University and worked as a producer and engineer.

Nathan was reported missing in Milton, Georgia, on February 3. His body was later recovered from a pond near his home. Authorities stated there was no indication of foul play at the time of the investigation. Lil Jon and Nicole Smith confirmed the death of the 27-year-old, and the family has pledged to keep Nathan’s musical talent and legacy alive.