Aviad Cohen

Aviad Cohen
Birth name Aviad Cohen
Born (1975-03-11)March 11, 1975
Tel Aviv, Israel
Origin Brooklyn, New York, United States
Died October 17, 2017(2017-10-17) (aged 42)
Genres Christian, Messianic, Techno, Instrumental
Occupation(s) Singer/Songwriter
Years active 2003–2017
Labels Hebrew Homie Entertainment

Aviad Cohen (March 11, 1975 – October 17, 2017) born in Tel Aviv, Israel and raised in Brooklyn, New York was an American singer and songwriter best known for his song "In Da Shul"[1] (a parody of 50 Cent's song "In Da Club") while performing under the moniker "50 Shekel." He came to believe in Yeshua (Jesus) as the Jewish Messiah in 2004 [2] and subsequently recorded Christian/Messianic techno and instrumental music under his given name. He ran a web design business catering to those in the entertainment industry.

Biography

Aviad Cohen was born in Tel Aviv, Israel to parents of Persian-Jewish and Polish-Jewish descent. His family emigrated to the United States in 1977. Cohen was raised both in Brooklyn (NY) and Teaneck (NJ).[3]

Cohen began his recording career under the moniker "50 Shekel", inspired by 50 Cent.[3]

He died on October 17, 2017.[4]

Discography

  • Hooked On The Truth (2006)
  • Fire Starter (2008)
  • Forgiven (2010)
  • Scripturesonics Vol. 1 (2011)

References

  1. ↑ https://soundcloud.com/50-shekel/in-da-shul
  2. ↑ http://forward.com/news/3671/orthodox-rapper-embraces-e2-80-98jews-for-jesus-e2-80-99-sect/
  3. 1 2 "One-on-One With Jewish Rapper 50 Shekel". Fox News. Retrieved 17 March 2015.
  4. ↑ "Aviad Cohen Obituary - Los Angeles, California". Legacy.com. 2017-10-21. Retrieved 2018-01-28.
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