In a tribute to his nephew Takeoff, Quavo confided his heart as Without You’s lyrics navigate their lives and the bond they shared.
The 28-year-old rapper was shot dead at a bowling alley in Houston, Texas in November 2022. Although the new video only shows one visual of Quavo sitting in a rocking chair and holding blunts. , the song is a heartbreaking reminder of lost talent.
Fans can’t hold back their tears after hearing Without You, weeks after the rapper dedicated a lengthy letter to his nephew on Instagram.
Quavo releases ‘Without You’
Quavo released Without You on social networks Wednesday night without prior notice. He shared a portion of the song on Instagram with the caption, “Long Live Take Infinity,” but the full track can be heard on YouTube and SoundCloud.
The four-minute track captured the hearts of many within minutes of its drop.
Without You is also Quavo’s first song since the death of their nephew TakeOff. The two had previously worked together on Messy, which was released on November 1st.
The late rapper, whose real name is Kirschnik Kali Bor, was just 28 years old when he died.
A Celebration of Life was held for him at the State Farm Arena in his hometown of Atlanta on November 11, ten days after the tragic shooting.
Lyrics Dedicated to Takeoff
The lyrics for Without You are below.
“Tears fall from my eyes
I don’t know how many times I cried
Days ain’t the same without you
I don’t know if I’m the same without you.
Quavo recalls their time together, calling it “better” days, recalling the ups and downs of their past before singing.
“I wish I had a time machine
so you can ride with me
i miss you smiling at me
Unc & Phew To infinity.
But I know it doesn’t work like that
Let’s meet again some day.
I’m sorry…”
“I don’t know if I’m the same without you.
I’m not a gang without you (No)”
fans are emotional
Without You in Quavo’s voice and words touch deeply on fans who can’t contain their emotions while listening to it.
“Fucking song stuck in my head. I forget how many times I’ve heard it. ‘Christmas won’t be the same without you.’ Said 1 fan.
another Said: “or Quavo’s song “Without You” dedicated to the takeoff is very emotional. Please pray for Quavo.”
“Without You by Quavo definitely made me cry. I really miss Takeoff.” read Third tweet.
