The family of DMX (real name Earl Simmons) set the record for the alleged sale of late rapper’s master recordings and his upcoming funeral in a new statement.
“There have been some rumors following our beloved, Earl Simmons, that we want to clarify,” his family said in a statement to Billboard. “No one bought Earl’s Masters. In addition, we do not sell merchandise or raise money for Earl’s funeral. If someone asks for money for his funeral, note that the person is a fraud. We will keep the public informed about funeral / memorial service arrangements. ‘
The most popular rumor surrounding DMX’s catalog claims that Beyoncé and Jay-Z bought X’s master recordings for $ 10 million with plans to return his masters to his 17 children – even though DMX has only 15 children. Swizz Beatz also shot down the rumor on social media: “Not true king,” Swizz wrote along with the fake article on Instagram.