Zaivon Tai Watt

An amazing artist with an extreme passion for music, Zai used no profanities in his music—a departure from what is now normalized in hip-hop. A resident of Yonkers, New York, he graduated from Roosevelt High School. I knew Zai from the neighborhood; Zai, Alex, and I would ride around town, eventually working on music and videos together. After his shift at the Ridge Hill Starbucks, Zai was struck on his bicycle during the ride home, putting him in the hospital with many ups and downs. In January 2022, God called him to face bigger problems. Losing Zai was a profound heartbreak, reminding me of him and the childhood memories that were created all over this town. 

Rest in Peace, Zaivon Watts