EntertainmentGeneral NewsHip hop and rap Funeral Services Held for Renowned Houston Rapper Big Pokey by Madison Thomas July 3, 2023 written by Madison Thomas July 3, 2023 8 comments Bookmark 51 Over the weekend, a gathering of loved ones took place to mourn the loss and celebrate the life of esteemed Houston rapper Big Pokey, a founding member of the iconic Screwed Up Click group. Big Pokey, born Milton Powell, tragically passed away on June 18 at the age of 48, after collapsing during a live performance in Beaumont, a city situated to the east of Houston. Saturday’s service, held at Houston’s Fountain of Praise church, attracted a significant number of attendees, including notable figures such as Houston’s Mayor Sylvester Turner, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, and fellow rappers Paul Wall, Trae Tha Truth, and Slim Thug, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. Pokey made his name with a series of hits in Texas and the Gulf Coast, including “Ball N’ Parlay,” “Who Dat Talking Down,” and his verse on DJ Screw’s extensive 36-minute freestyle, “June 27th”. Additionally, his talent was recognized on a national level through his feature on Megan Thee Stallion’s 2022 track, “Southside Royalty Freestyle.” IN OTHER NEWS: Sudan Archives, the violinist and singer, discusses her ‘fiddle soft punk’ style ahead of Glastonbury debut The Essence Festival of Culture 2023 begins in New Orleans Busta Rhymes and hip-hop’s 50-year legacy honored at the BET Awards, with tributes to Takeoff and Tina Turner ‘Central City,’ the full album from Big Freedia, the Queen of Bounce, launches alongside a tour Nationally, Pokey is best remembered for his standout appearance on Wall’s 2005 breakout hit, “Sittin’ Sidewayz.” The song’s chorus featured a sample from Pokey’s verse on “June 27th.” Raised in Houston, Pokey started earning local recognition in the late 1990s as an integral part of the Screwed Up Click. This group of friends turned into a rap collective under the leadership of DJ Screw, who pioneered a unique music style known as “chopped and screwed,” a defining sound of Houston. Pokey launched his musical career with his first album, “Hardest Pit in the Litter,” in 1999, swiftly followed by “Da Game 2000” a year later. Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Big Pokey’s funeralWho was Big Pokey?When and how did Big Pokey die?What was Big Pokey known for?What was the Screwed Up Click?What albums did Big Pokey release?More about Big Pokey’s funeral Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Big Pokey’s funeral Who was Big Pokey? Big Pokey, whose real name was Milton Powell, was a respected Houston-based rapper and a founding member of the iconic group Screwed Up Click. When and how did Big Pokey die? Big Pokey tragically passed away on June 18 after collapsing during a performance in Beaumont, east of Houston. He was 48 years old at the time of his death. What was Big Pokey known for? Big Pokey was well-known for his Texas and Gulf Coast hits such as “Ball N’ Parlay,” “Who Dat Talking Down,” and his verse on DJ Screw’s “June 27th.” He also featured on Megan Thee Stallion’s 2022 track, “Southside Royalty Freestyle,” and Paul Wall’s 2005 hit, “Sittin’ Sidewayz.” What was the Screwed Up Click? The Screwed Up Click was a friend group turned rap collective led by DJ Screw. They pioneered a slowed, pitched-down music style known as “chopped and screwed,” which became synonymous with Houston. What albums did Big Pokey release? Big Pokey released his debut album, “Hardest Pit in the Litter,” in 1999, followed by “Da Game 2000” the next year. More about Big Pokey’s funeral Obituary for Big Pokey in the Houston Chronicle Big Pokey’s Discography on Discogs Screwed Up Click on AllMusic DJ Screw’s Influence on Houston Music on Texas Monthly Paul Wall’s “Sittin’ Sidewayz” on Genius You Might Be Interested In Ex-fundraiser for George Santos pleads guilty to posing as congressional aide to raise campaign cash Prosecutors say Elijah McClain was just walking home as jury urged to convict officers in his death Notification Alerts in Seattle Signal Proximity of Orcas Unprecedented Heatwaves Highlight Struggles of America’s Most Impoverished Lacking Air Conditioning The US wants Kenya to lead a force in Haiti with 1,000 police. 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December 28, 2023 Bookmark AP concludes at least hundreds died in floods... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Live updates | Israeli forces raid a West... December 28, 2023 8 comments TxRapFan July 3, 2023 - 3:41 pm Still can’t believe he’s gone… grew up listening to his music, big loss for the rap community. Reply GulfCoastG July 3, 2023 - 9:20 pm His verse on June 27th was pure fire, there’s no one who could match his style. We’ll miss you, Pokey. Reply StreetBeat July 4, 2023 - 4:46 am his music shaped a whole generation down here in Texas, its not gonna be the same without him. Reply Houston4Life July 4, 2023 - 6:21 am Dang! Saw him live just a few months back, the man was full of energy… Such a shock. RIP Pokey. Reply Houston4Life July 6, 2023 - 5:43 pm Dang! Saw him live just a few months back, the man was full of energy… Such a shock. RIP Pokey. Reply StreetBeat July 7, 2023 - 4:01 am his music shaped a whole generation down here in Texas, its not gonna be the same without him. Reply GulfCoastG July 7, 2023 - 11:42 am His verse on June 27th was pure fire, there’s no one who could match his style. We’ll miss you, Pokey. Reply TxRapFan July 7, 2023 - 12:14 pm Still can’t believe he’s gone… grew up listening to his music, big loss for the rap community. Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
