A group of motorcycle heads committing themselves to the famous rap collective of DMX called out to pay tribute to the man … who made a great scene.
A FOX5 reporter was on the ground outside White Plains Hospital on Sunday where X is currently being treated after his OD / heart attack. mob event.
#developed @ruffryders role in White Plains Hospital to pay tribute @dmx & pray their prayers & pray 🙏 # warm97 @ HOT97 # fox5ny @ fox5ny pic.twitter.com/LwgeB8cZ9n
– LISA EVERS (@LisaEvers) 4 April 2021
@LisaEvers
Unclear what exactly they planned, but what is clear is that they were there for X – several shook the ‘RR’ brand, which is linked to X’s pride and joy, the Ruff Ryders.
Ruff Ryders seems to include a wide community of members – and they seem to have a cycling community as well, which would explain all the reforms we’re hearing here. The crowd also blew DMX music … they seem to be hoping he and his loved ones can hear it from within.
It made for a super sweet moment, and it sounds like more demonstration is coming. What it also speaks to is the massive crossover appeal of DMX among different audiences … he is a hip-hop legend, but his fan base is incredibly diverse, as you can see.
The Ruff Ryders only came on the scene in the late 90’s when X performed a national anthem dedicated solely to them. In the official music video, X used a lot of motorcycles and motorcycle stunts, so he was definitely decided about that subculture at the time.
Ruff Ryders became his own label and eventually … grew into a large entertainment business. No word on how many people are officially affiliated these days – but it’s still obvious today when they roll … they roll deep. Especially if they support their founding members.