Busta Rhymes Honors Late Iman Lewis in Instagram Tribute
Rap veteran Busta Rhymes honors Iman Lewis’s nurturing love in a heartfelt online tribute!
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Busta Rhymes Posts Tribute
Hip-hop icon Busta Rhymes took to Instagram on Wednesday to mourn the passing of a cherished family figure, publicly honoring Iman Lewis’s influence on his life. In a heartfelt post, the rapper—born Trevor George Smith Jr.—celebrated Lewis as “one of the greatest blessings in the world,” spotlighting her nurturing nature, integrity, faith and unwavering love.
In the caption, Busta Rhymes wrote: “THE BLESSINGS DON’T STOP SO WE WON’T EVER STOP!!! ONE OF THE GREATEST BLESSINGS IN THE WORLD WAS THIS WOMAN AND ANGEL @imanandalewis ON EARTH BEING BROUGHT INTO MY LIFE. HER NURTURING, HER LOVE, HER FRIENDSHIP…” The message continued to praise her over-protective devotion, honor, principles and faith before adding: “YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED. THIS ONE IS REALLY HITTING HOME DIFFERENTLY. I LOVE YOU. SENDING LOVE AND LIGHT AND CONDOLENCES TO THE LEWIS FAMILY. @ls_emory I LOVE YOU AND HOPE AND KISS MOM AND GIVE LANGSTON AND EVERYONE A BIG HUG FOR ME!! I’M HERE. MAY ALLAH BE PLEASED.”
The Instagram gallery shows warm moments between Rhymes and Lewis—hugging at family gatherings, sharing smiles at community events, and standing side by side as pillars of support. While Iman Lewis’s exact relationship to the Grammy-nominated star has not been publicly outlined, the depth of his tribute makes clear she was more than “family” in name.
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Remembering Iman Lewis
Across two decades in the music industry, Busta Rhymes has often credited personal relationships with keeping him grounded. This tribute to Iman Lewis underscores the importance of family and faith in his life. He thanked “Allah” for her presence, reflecting his own spiritual journey that has long coexisted with his spotlighted career. Lewis’s influence—described as an “angel” on Earth—spanned multiple generations, with the post tagging @ls_emory and mentioning other relatives like Langston.
Fans have since scrolled back through Iman Lewis’s own Instagram feed (@imanandalewis), finding snapshots of her at community fundraisers, mosque events and birthday celebrations. One striking image shows her leading a charity drive; another captures a tender moment with young students at a local mosque in New York City. In each frame, her warmth and dedication to others shine through.
Messages Of Support Flood In
Since the tribute went live, followers and fellow artists have expressed condolences in the comments. Many noted Busta Rhymes’s refusal to filter his emotions online—a trait that has earned him both respect and empathy over the years. While details about funeral or memorial services remain private, the outpouring of support underlines how Lewis touched lives beyond her immediate circle.
Busta Rhymes first rose to fame in the early 1990s as part of group Leaders of the New School before launching a solo career punctuated by platinum hits such as “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See” and “Break Ya Neck.” Throughout, he’s been candid about the role family and faith have played in his success—and in moments of grief.
As the hip-hop community joins the Rhymes and Lewis families in mourning, this tribute serves as a reminder that behind the superstar persona lies a network of loved ones whose own stories often stay out of the spotlight. Iman Lewis’s legacy of love and integrity will now live on in the memory of a rap legend—and in every life she touched.
Busta Rhymes will continue to share updates as private arrangements conclude, but for now, his message is clear: blessings endure, and gratitude remains eternal.
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