One of the pioneering rappers in the South African music industry died Wednesday, August 8, due to complications from a seizure.

ProKid, born Linda Mkhize, was visiting friends when he suffered a severe seizure, All Africa reports.

Paramedics were called to the scene but were unable to revive the 37-year-old artist. In the prime of his career, his hit singles "Soweto" and "Move" garnered fame among the South African music scene.

Mkhize was a rapper known for representing the struggles of those living in the South African townships. Before his death, he spent most of his time shepherding a new crop of rappers and talent looking to breakthrough.

He is survived by his mother, Fikile Mkhize; father, Zwelakhe Kheswa; wife, Ayanda; his 3-year-old daughter Nonkanyezi and his brothers.

The nation currently mourns one of their great musicians. The South African government paid respect to the legendary rapper on Twitter:

We would like to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of one of the legendary South African Hip Hop artist, Linda #ProKid Mkhize. May your soul rest in peace #RIPProKid
#RIPLindaMkhize
#DankieSan [Photo: Twitter] pic.twitter.com/p1f5uHWcUG

— South African Government (@GovernmentZA) August 9, 2018

Prokid paved a way for Kasi rappers and took SA Hip Hop to the top. He left giant footsteps that will live forever. Uthini Ngo Pro? The real game changer.#RIPProkid
#DankieSan
#RIPLindaMkhize
pic.twitter.com/OXUk8pLBXs

— zynne sibika (@djmahoota) August 9, 2018

Praying the news is not true, but If it is then my brother I wish you safe passage into heaven. You were indeed a pioneer, a legend and one incredible Emcee. For the record I never considered you a ProKid but rather a ProKing! #RIPProKid
#RipPRO
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— ProVerb (@ProVerbMusic) August 8, 2018

In this time of mourning, family members have asked for respect and privacy from the media. May ProKid rest in peace.

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