A new music video for the late Rich Homie Quan‘s track “Still Dead” has ignited a heated debate among his fanbase. Released on Friday (May 22), the visual project was created entirely using artificial intelligence, depicting the rapper in various settings, including a cemetery and a recording studio, while also featuring digital recreations of his children.
The song itself was reportedly inspired by the tragic passing of PnB Rock. While the estate intended for the video to serve as a modern tribute to the artist, the reliance on AI technology has left many supporters feeling uneasy. Social media platforms were quickly flooded with criticism from fans who questioned the ethics of using such technology to represent a deceased artist.
“Y’all could’ve gave posthumous music [without] the AI lol This just made me sad [for real],” one user commented. Another expressed a stronger sentiment, stating, “This is disgusting. Let him rest.”
However, the reception was not universally negative. Some fans defended the creative choice, pointing to the potential benefits for the artist’s surviving family. “He has young kids,” one supporter tweeted. “As long as his estate has authorized it and his family will get paid it’s ok. He likely was the breadwinner.”
Rich Homie Quan passed away in September 2024 following an accidental drug overdose. Since his death, his estate has worked to preserve his musical legacy, releasing projects such as 2024’s Forever Going In and the 2025 compilation Legacy of Hits, which showcased career-defining tracks like “Type of Way” and “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh).”
The controversy surrounding the “Still Dead” video highlights the ongoing tension in the music industry regarding the use of AI in posthumous releases. As technology continues to evolve, the debate over how to honor artists after their passing remains a complex and sensitive issue for estates and fans alike.
