Emani 22, an R&B singer known for songs including "Feelings" and "Close," has died. She was 22.
Emani died on Monday following a "tragic accident," her manager, Fred Green, tells PEOPLE. Green says the incident happened on Saturday morning.
"It is with heavy hearts that the family of Emani has confirmed her passing," a statement provided to PEOPLE reads. "They would like to share that although she fought courageously and the medical team went above and beyond doing everything in their power to aid in her recovery, on Monday, October 11th, Emani succumbed to the injuries she sustained after a tragic accident. At this time, Emani's family is asking for privacy to mourn and honor her life and memories."
Record producer J Maine also confirmed the singer's death in a separate statement to PEOPLE. "Emani 22 was a wonderful individual that literally brightened up any room she was in," he said.
"I worked on music with her, and helped her put together her last project which was 'The Color Red.' The way we worked together was effortless, we just understood each other," he continued. "It hurts so bad to know that the last time I saw her was the last time I'd ever see her again."
Added J Maine: "I considered her to be like a little sister to me. She will be missed and never forgotten, and I'll always think about the great times we had hanging out."
The cause of death for Emani 22 — whose real name was Emani Johnson — has not immediately been revealed.
After news of Emani 22's death was initially made public, rapper Bhad Bhabie paid tribute to the late star with a set of social media posts.
First sharing a photograph of the two on Instagram, Bhad Bhabie, 18, wrote alongside the post, "I don't even know what to say…This doesn't even feel real."
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