Tone Capone, the influential Bay Area producer whose work helped shape West Coast Hip-Hop, has reportedly passed away at the age of 59. His cause of death has not been disclosed.
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Capone’s celebrated catalog includes Luniz’s “I Got 5 on It,” Celly Cel’s “It’s Goin Down,” 3X Krazy’s “Keep It on the Real,” Mac Dre’s “Fire” and Mac Mall’s “Servin Game.” He also contributed to numerous Rap-A-Lot Records classics, producing music for artists such as Scarface and Devin the Dude.
Throughout his career, Capone worked with an extensive list of artists that included 2Pac, E-40 and several other influential voices in Hip-Hop. His production played a major role in defining the Bay Area sound while extending its influence across the West Coast, the South and the East Coast.
Tone Capone leaves behind a powerful musical legacy that will continue to live through generations of Hip-Hop. Rest in peace.
Rest in Peace Tone Capone! Here is a brief rundown of his legendary discography that includes hits by The Luniz, 2pac, E-40, Mac Dre, Scarface, and so many others.
— Dregs One (@Dregs_One) September 14, 2026
He had a major influence on the Bay Area sound that also spread to the whole West Coast, down south, and the East. pic.twitter.com/UZ8Vzekenj
