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Rick Ross’ illness remains a mystery

Apr 12, 2012 Letters

 

 

DEAR EDITOR,
Rick Ross is arguably one of the most commercial rappers in the Rap music industry today. He has sold millions of albums and has a very hectic touring schedule. His insatiable appetite for collaborations make him one of the most sought after rappers by many in the Rap/Hip-Hop genre. So much is the star power of Ricky “Rozay” Ross that his sickness makes news headlines.
On October 14, 2011, Ross suffered two seizures; they made headlines all over the world. TMZ, CNN, MSN, E News, The Source Magazine, Hot 97 and a number of other mainstream news outlets carried the Rick Ross stories about his seizures, using a variety of angles.  Therefore I find it rather strange that upon expectation in Guyana for the much promoted “Rozay Monday” show, the promoters suddenly declared that Rick Ross would no longer be arriving to perform because he had suddenly fallen ill.
Not only had Rick Ross apparently fallen ill, but only the Guyanese promoters seem to know about this illness. A search of all the credible media outlets has not revealed any information about Rick Ross’ medical condition. All the usual mainstream entertainment sites that cover stars in the music industry are yet to get the scoop on Mr. Ross’ illness. Perhaps the Guyanese promoters may want to contact these media entities and provide them with a scoop to this most interesting story.
Many Guyanese were very disappointed that Ricky Rozay did not show up to deliver his odes to the drug trade. I guess they will have to wait for him to feel better before coming to perform like T-Pain and Vybz Kartel did when they missed their initial performance dates.
Quite frankly, though, I do not think that Rick Ross was really missed. Sadly we have a very large population of fickle people who are quick to bounce back from adversities. Reports are that many took the advantage of the ability to enter the event free before the stipulated time the promoters indicated, and made the best of the “Bruck It Down” artiste.
I am eager to see if any bans will be instituted by the government-run communications network against Rick Ross’ music.
The interesting notion that exists in Guyana is that many are anxiously waiting for the next promotion by this highly favoured promotional company. Based on the fact that the traditional summer jam is fast approaching, I am sure that by the time this spring is over Guyanese would have long forgiven their favourite promotional group and will be queuing up for the set of VIP tickets made available for the next big thing.
Richard Francois

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