US rapper Xhibit has announced the death of his newborn son, Xavier Kingston Joiner, who was born prematurely back on 15 May, and tragically, has failed to survive. The 'Pimp My Ride' star, real name Alvin Joiner, reported the news via his MySpace blog around just an hour or so after the infant passed away yesterday.
"Well, this week was extremely difficult for him, because his lungs were not strong enough to handle regular oxygen on his own," he wrote. "Xavier passed away this morning at 3.30 am and I must tell you this, it is unnatural for a parent to bury a child."
Explaining his reasons for announcing the news to fans so quickly, he continued: "I am telling you this because of the same reason I tell you when I'm having great times, life is too short to be fake. Hold on to your kids if you have them, protect them and show them you love them everyday you wake up and see them. Don't take a second you get to hug them, teach them and care for them for granted. You can have all the material wealth in the universe but it is nothing compared to having your family. I am thankful for all of my blessings and I'm not one to question God's perfect plan. So I leave you with great love and thanks for the love that was sent earlier on my previous blog to my son."