The sudden death of A$AP Yams, the founding member of the A$AP Mob has shocked fans and celebrities alike. Confirmation of the 26-year-old's passing was made by his closest friends, A$AP Rocky and A$AP Ferg, on social media. 

Yams is credited with the success of Rocky, Ferg and the rest of the A$AP Mob. In an interview with Vibe back in 2012, Yams explained his motivation behind the group's success. 

"Me and my team.. I can't see us losing," he said. " I was so focused on getting the ball rolling for all of us I cant stop now. I'm always around. As long as me and Rocky are together n***** can't stop us."

Rocky posted a photo of Yams on Instagram, calling him his brother, while other members of the Mob showed love on Twitter. 

Check out what the A$AP rappers and other acts like M.I.A and Azealia Banks had to say about the young mogul above. 

Source: Twitter