Artists Pour Out Love For August 08 After Unexpected Passing

Earlier this week R&B singer August 08 unexpectedly passed away. His family made the announcement with an Instagram post. “As we all try to press through understand that we all come here to serve a soul purpose. I find comfort in knowing that my brother lived a full life of abundance. He was able to travel the world, and touch millions of people while fulfilling his soul purpose as a musician," the statement began. The statement is specifically written by his sister and repeatedly addresses August as "my brother."

“I am proud to have a brother who lives on through music, and I encourage you all to keep streaming his records and telling everyone how great he is. 08/08 = infinity. I give thanks to you all for the calls, text, and prayers. Please keep us uplifted," her statement concluded. August 08's mother also shared a statement of her own. “It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved son, brother, uncle, singer, songwriter, musician and mentor Ray Davon Jacobs, also [known] as August 08. He will continue to blossom and spread his love through music.”