The music industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of Grammy Award-winning producer Sidney Omen Brown, who passed away at the age of 49.
According to reports from TMZ, Brown’s body was discovered on September 13, 2025, in his Harlem apartment. His death came to light after a colleague raised concern when he failed to show up for work, prompting his family to check on him. The New York City medical examiner is expected to conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death, which remains unknown at this time.
Omen Brown was a highly respected figure in global music, known for shaping the sound of some of the world’s biggest artists. Over the years, he worked closely with Beyoncé, contributing to her 2013 track Mine featuring Drake, as well as her groundbreaking 2016 album Lemonade, particularly on songs like Hold Up and Sorry. He also collaborated with Drake on Shut It Down in 2009, co-wrote and produced Tell It Like It Is for Ludacris on the Grammy-winning album Release Therapy, and added his touch to Rihanna’s chart-topping hit Work from her 2016 album Anti. His influence further extended to The Weeknd and Lil Wayne, with his ability to fuse genres leaving a lasting mark on the industry.
Beyond his music career, Brown valued education deeply. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Music from Amherst College in 2013 before pursuing a Master’s degree in Theological Studies at Boston University, which he completed in 2016.
Brown, the son of Martha Brown, leaves behind a legacy of innovation, versatility, and inspiration that spanned more than two decades. His unexpected passing has left both fans and colleagues reflecting on the powerful imprint he made on modern music.
Drake and Beyoncé Producer Sidney ‘Omen’ Brown Dead at 49 https://t.co/SUStUU6uPv pic.twitter.com/elpcweuPJG
— TMZ (@TMZ) September 16, 2025 Get Fresh updates from NotJustOk as they drop via X and Facebook
