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His connection with music remained strong, serving as both an outlet and a compulsion. His relationship with artists like Mariah Carey, during their collaboration on the “Fantasy” remix, highlighted both his magnetic charm and unpredictable behavior, further complicating his legacy.
Tragic End: A Life Lost Too Soon
On November 13, 2004, ODB's life ended tragically at the age of 35, when he collapsed in a recording studio from an accidental overdose, which included a mix of cocaine and a prescription painkiller. His untimely death shocked the music community and served as a poignant reminder of the thin line between genius and self-destruction.