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A quick word...
The response to this article has been monstrous. I published my first investigation into the supposed "death" of rapper Tupac Shakur back in 1999. Six years later, the overwhelming majority of search engine traffic to this site still comes from Tupac truthseekers seeking truth about Tupac: 
I want to thank everyone for their support. In answer to the most common question, no, you don't need to donate to keep this site going. My love of Tupac is what pays me. That and the banner ads. 
Tupac Shakur's life supposedly ended in September of 1996, a gangster who died a gangster's death, the victim of a drive-by shooting. But in the years since, fans and friends of the rapper/actor have kept rumors alive that the star might not have died at the hands of an anonymous gunman that warm September night. It's here, at the supposed end of Shakur's life, where our journey begins.  Shakur, in 1995 The first album after Tupac's "death" was released in November of 1996: Makaveli: Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory. The title aroused some curious glances from those who knew Shakur. The first part of the title refers to Niccol Machiavelli, an old-school Italian philosopher who believed the faking one's own death was a sure way to foil his enemies. Machiavelli's two most famous books, Discorsi dopra la prima deca di Tito Livio (Life With Tito) and Il Principe (Ill Communication) were both written well after his death. Some wonder if Tupac's reference wasn't a signal to the world that things were not as they seemed. This is perhaps mere paranoia, as this album was obviously recorded while Tupac was "still" alive. But then, one year later, R U Still Down? is released in stores (November of '97). This was a full 14 months after the performer's death, and Tupac appeared in three videos in support of the album. When questioned about this, Tupac's manager Robert Bloomenstein said, "Tupac was a forward-thinking man. His performances in those videos were shot more than two months before his unfortunate 'death,' and in no way should indicate that Tupac is still alive." 
Mr. Bloomenstein's words weren't enough to keep the rumors from spreading, however, especially after November of 1998. That's when Tupac released 2pac's Greatest, a greatest hits compilation that included six new tracks. Record company executives claimed that these tracks were also recorded years before; yet this is contradicted by the timeliness of the lyrics. Tupac makes references to the film Armageddon in one track and in another he congratulates the Denver Broncos on winning the Super Bowl - both events taking place well after Shakur was supposedly in the grave. Again, rumors of a massive hoax emerged. Bloomenstein again dismissed the talk as nothing more than rumor mongering. "This is nothing more than rumor mongering," said Bloomberg. "Tupac was a hard-working, busy musician and the continued release of new material should in no way indicate that Tupac is actually alive and living in South America under the assumed name of Jamal Millwood."  From July 1998. Is that him? The next few years turned out to be the most prolithic of Tupac's recording career. Still I Rise (with Outlawz) hit the scene in December of 1999. The "Lost" Tapes: Circa 1989 appeared in April of 2000 and The Rose that Grew from Concrete came in November of that same year. Tupac recorded tracks for Suge Knight Represents: Chronic 2000, a compilation of all of the artists Suge Knight claimed to have killed. He also performed live for an album called Funkmaster Flex & Big Kap: The Tunnel. New Tupac tracks then turned up on Cellblock Compilation: Face Off II and Too Gangsta for Radio, before an album of all-new Tupac tracks, Until the End of Time, appeared in 2001. "I simply wish the public could let Mr. Shakur rest in peace," said Bloomenstein. "Mr. Shakur has actively denied all accusations about still being alive, and he will continue to do so until the day of his, uh... nevermind." When the album Better Dayz appeared in November of 2002, many music critics noted that Tupac had released more albums since his death (seven) than many of the nation's top living artists. 
When that fact is coupled with the references to the World Trade Center attack in one track of Better Dayz plus the curious title of the B-side single Empty Coffin, rumors again were rampant. Is it merely the product of a rabid fan base that cannot let go of their beloved hero? Photo taken last summer One player in this drama who is not speaking out is Tupac himself. Rumors insist that Tupac will be headlining shows in Chicago, Milwaukee and Indianapolis in the next few weeks. Shakur can also be seen starring in the new thriller Streets on Fire with Keanu Reeves this summer and will allegedly host Saturday Night Live in October of this year. Add that to the CNN story in Spring of 2005 which clearly stated Tupac was alive... 
...and the fact that Tupac's name is misspelled on his tombstone... 
...and the case becomes more than a curiosity. Will we ever know the answer? I doubt it. In six weeks Tupac Shakur is releasing his eighth posthumous album, titled Death Faker. Some fans say the title contains a hidden message which could be taken to mean that Tupac didn't really die on that September night nine years ago. Some also claim that certain tracks, such as Still Breathin' and I'm not dead, motherfuckers contain hints about the star's supposed passing. 
What can it mean? But even if Tupac's life is over, our search for the truth cannot be. And there are millions of fans who will not stop until they have it. |
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ps,it is his mother who is putting out all his music,..Posthumously.She has a site dedicated to him,and tells it all.
i know for a fact that 2pac faked his own death. he had to in order to escape the public eye. he knew he would be killed. whether anyone believes me or not, dont care. i know hes alive
This is all bullS**t!!!!
Does no one understand the joke here, or are all the commenters pissed gangstas that only came here cos they searched for 2pac being alive. I mean, it's just so obvious he's alive anyway, just like Jesus, the 12th Mahdi or Elvis. EVERYONE knows they're still around, right?
That is everything that I wanted to say. Good Job
for all ur information all this s**t above is bulls**t but tupac is alive, he was shot but survived and was put into police protection, tupac should be making a reappearance within the next year as the boss of the company who origanally ordred the hit on him has been sent down for two life sentences in relation to a murder a few years back, i know all this because iam close with the detective assigned to tupacs case
wat organization u talkin bout
tupac whas a great rapper, you have too think about this a bit, his manager said tupac whas a forward-thinking man, he whas always writing and making new songs, well. tupac knew what whas in the buisness for him, he knew he'd die some how, shot or poisoned, what ever, if i remember right, he had a son, unborn or born he would like to support it in the future, so he would write great tracks. great songs, and well as brilliant as he is, he keeps his name on the streets, by making songs, confusing you all, making you think that he is still alive, you keep talking about hidden lyrics, well someone had to think that, people want to heare it and go out to buy the disc, figure it out themselves. there for tupacs album is still at the top hes still making money, but the money doesn't go to him, it goes to his kid, and his mom if she is still alive that is, he's tricking you to think that he is still alive, by putting ideas in your head, that he is still alive. and you do.
and you think people have seen him, on the streets in the mall's, i dont beleve your that stupid, caus somewhere out there someone bares the exact same resembelance to you, and what you think no one can look just like tupac, if someone can look like you someone can look like him, sometimes the Geans mix up and make the same look as someone else, just not the same personality, people can look the same, but never have the same personality. and when you say you dont beleve this bulls**t that tupac is dead caus of his albums your acctualy mocking the late legend by calling him stupid, just saying it in a fancyer way. try thinking a bit, your not the only ones that love him, but you have to accept that he is dead, and not getting your hopes up,when you hope something is true, but it will hurt even more when you get the proof, having wasted your time in something that you have known for 14 years;)
if your gonne keep being stupid then i just say p'z N have a happy mental healt ;)
God damn, your so stupid whoever the hell f**k you are, or most likely retarded. Go do some serious search on 2Pac if your so curious about his life, etc. Most your information is pure bullsh*t along with the photos. Idiot. And my opinion and what I truly believe is that Makaveli is still walking the earth as we breath. Long Live!
tupac knew his death was comin dog he had vivid visions about it
in reverse speech he sais ill be back one of the smartest rappers there ever was but i feel hes here right now reincarnated get strong vibes you know but he did die on 1996 the year of my birth but you never truly die here some of us believe you do but life goes on infinity we all know strong words right its what happens when you aint no fake basterd RIP TUPAC
Hey deluxe before u call others dumbass get the facts right Biggie said "time to get paid, blow up like the world trade." its because the world trade center got bombed 1993 before the 2001 terrorist attack dumbass.
Your an idiot biggie is talking about the original explosion of the twin towers in 1993
HAHA IF YOU THINK THIS IS REAL YOU ARE DUMB AS HELL!! IM NOT SAYIN THAT HES DEAD, ALL IM SAYIN IS THAT WHO EVER MADE THIS SITE DOESNT KNOW SHIIT ABOUT TUPAC
From Angelia (EgyptianJeweL1107@yahoo.com)
This is to all of the true fans who love Tupac forever! His message will continue to inspire, humble, and touch our hearts in a profound way. Tupac was a gift to us and his dream will never die. He will live through us regardless of his physical location, on earth or in another realm and we will all meet again when our time here is up. His legacy will carry on eternally and his light will shine through all of the ages.
TUPAC IS!! not was.. and ALWAYS will be!!
the number one rapper in the world!!
He inspires the masses in ways unknown
Through his unique style, lyrically unscathed
He’s the king of rap & can’t be overthrown
Many have tried, but nobody can take his place
Their failed attempts are nothing but a disgrace
The transparency of conspiracies to end his life
All related to greed and unnecessary strife
Has shown itself useless in silencing a born leader
whose legacy only gets GREATER
His heart felt in every word
cut his enemies like a sword
He gets the most love in the industry
This caused jealousy and internal fury
TUPAC is a prophet
bold & courageous,
with a giving spirit, yes at times, outrageous
His legend will continue to live on
and though we will all carry on
He is who we will never forget
A true POET
His name is Tupac Amaru Shakur
They said he was gone but their words were premature
His message and spirit are very much present
A hero not for what he did, but for his intent
Hear whats written in his music
Truth in the form of a lyric
A man of influence, also a non-conformist
Faced with limited choices, became an opportunist
A true soldier known world wide as multi-dimensional
Offering and seeking love unconditional
With a style anything but common
His music remains an international phenomenon
He had the courage to reveal so many truths, no matter how painful
This is why his fans stay faithful
Tupac's wish to spark a change in the world came true
Just know that flame will continue
It is he who at one time said, we aren't ready to see a black president
That time came and went
WOW U CANT BE SERIOUS U OBVIOUSLY NO NOTHING ABOUT TUPAC CUZ THAT PICTURE WITH SUGE IS FROM A 1996 Chicago Bulls/Los Angeles Lakers Game & how would a dead man have tour dates & the cnn headline was an april fools joke in 2005 plus thats not 2pacs tombstone y would he have a tombstone if he was cremated on 9/14/96 his funeral was neva public just family and close friends on his favorite beach in L.A & He never had an album called death faker thats a different photo with a differnt headshot added on & he has no song ever called im not dead motherfucker (& btw thats not andre young Dr.Dre & he only realesed 1 album since pacs death chronic 2000 in 1999 not 3 albums)Face it hes in a better place /Quincy Jones daughter kidiada jones states he said forget the vest its to hot they jumped Orlando Anderson in the lobby went to the hotel room changed & were on there way to club 662 white caddilac rolled up shot 12 bullets four hit 2pac in the chest one hit the tip of one of his fingers los
You guys that believe that this is real and that Tupac is alive are Fucking Idiots. Biggie Smalls mentioned the World Trade Center in his song Juicy, he says "time to get paid, blow up like the world trade." How come you guys don't start accusing him of being alive? That tombstone picture is not Tupac's. He was cremated, and age on the tombstone was 67 years old Tupac was 25 when he died.
fuck dis research, tupac eda dead or alive nd if he faked his death ders a reson so leve him b
I LUV TUPAC
he would be only 38 u fucking dumbass...he died when he was 25 in 1996..its 2009 and 13 years after his death he would be 38...ur a stupid motherfucker
ok so first of all if he had gangs after him and kept gettin shot at well i would fake a death to... and second of all i am new at this i jus started listening to his songs hes got some good ones!! but i know some people tht have jus dissapeared cause of people after em!! he jus wants to be left alone !! its no way to live by gettin shot at or havein to keep runnin and movein!! i know it may sound stupid but i think he is still out there but doesnt wanna be bugged!! i think we should let him make his shows albums ect and get on wit it !! right now im ssuming he around 49-50 years old i mean he isnt young anymore!!
2pac aint dead an i will prove it, one day i will prove the fact that 2pac aint dead an he still geed up from the feet up
coolio hoolio
!piece!
ok supadupa, first off thats not proof of anything, i once worked in a mall and there was a guy, looks just like tupac, loved listening anything related to pac, named chris but women guys kids anyone and everyone thought he was tupac. point is there are people who thrive on that...ur an idiot for believing the word of mouf. i want to see pac face to face and thats the proof. pac r.i.p my niggah
wow supadupa ur a fucking idiot that person tht could have turned their head half way around and smiled could have been anyone tht thinks its funny tht those ppl thought he was tupac. and wut kind of a fucking teacher would tell u this story in school sounds pretty dumb to me. idk if pac is dead or not but if he is R.I.P, but if he isnt he should definitly come back and totally off subject biggie smalls son should definitly follow up on his dads music cuz biggie is really dead
well he could be dead but if he is his death doesnt make sense.....but if hes a live he should some baq bkuz hip hop aint da same without him....he was the best rapper eva and no one can be as great or better
To those poping arround that main man lives no more, it seems like you this people still don't listene to one of the track 'Pac's life' in the Album "PAC'S LIFE" (2006). Thought my mentor already replied Y'll with his greatest lyrics.. do you wanna hear some?? ok, here they are: Started with five shots, niggas plotting to kill him
Never figured that, that same nigga sell five million
Hit the charts like a mad man nothing but hits
Court cases got a nigga facing multiple digits
Dodging cop cars look how we come so far
Picture a high school drop out
Rolling a double R
House full of happiness, weed and drank
Way out
So when trouble tried to find me can't
Never visioned living longer than my twenty first
Thought I'd locked down, cracked out or in the dirt
And though it hurts to see the change
It comes with the fame
Watch them gossip in this silly game
To all the motherfucker's speaking down on me this is the night
Why's everybody caught up In Pac's life?
To all y'all n