Tay Keith, the Grammy-nominated record producer known for crafting chart-topping hits, was found dead in his Nashville apartment on Thursday at the age of 29. Police conducted a welfare check and discovered him unresponsive, with no suspicion of foul play. The cause of death remains pending autopsy results. Keith, whose real name is Brytavious Chambers, rose to fame while still in college at Middle Tennessee State University, where he produced the 2018 Travis Scott and Drake hit 'Sicko Mode'—a track that earned him his first Grammy nomination.

Over the next several years, Keith became a sought-after producer in hip-hop, contributing to four Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles. In addition to 'Sicko Mode,' he co-produced Drake and 21 Savage’s 2023 hit 'First Person Shooter' and multiple tracks with rapper Sexyy Red, including 'Get It Sexxy' and 'Pound Town.' His work helped define the sound of modern Southern hip-hop and trap music, earning him a second Grammy nomination in 2024.

Based in Nashville, Keith was a rare figure in a city better known for country music, carving out a space in the national rap scene. His collaborations with major artists and consistent chart success marked a rapid ascent in the music industry. As the music world mourns his passing, fans and peers are reflecting on the legacy of a young producer whose influence far outpaced his years.