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Noir Nation, this one hurts!

We’re sending our deepest condolences today as the music world mourns the heartbreaking loss of Robbie Pardlo—the lead vocalist of early 2000s R&B/Hip-Hop group City High.

According to reports from TMZ, Robbie passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, in Willingboro, New Jersey. He was 46 years old.

📝 Final Moments & Family By His Side

While an official cause of death has not yet been publicly confirmed, early reports indicate that Robbie transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.

Sources close to the family say that Robbie may have been privately battling health issues in recent years, but at this time, those claims remain unverified.

🕯️ Memorial Plans In The Works

Fans, friends, and collaborators alike have already begun flooding social media with tributes to the singer, whose raw, emotional vocals on the group’s breakout hit “What Would You Do?” helped define a generation.

City High, which also included Claudette Ortiz and Ryan Toby, earned Grammy recognition and widespread acclaim for blending storytelling and social commentary with soulful harmonies.

Plans for a public memorial are reportedly underway, with official details expected to be shared in the coming days.

🖤 Rest in Power, Robbie. Thank you for giving the world your voice.