Qaadir Isaam Amin II

Qaadir Isaam Amin II, lovingly known to many as “Jay-R” or “J.R.”, was born on July 21, 1981, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Linda Day (who proceeded him in death) and Qaadir Isaam Amin Sr. As a baby, he moved with his Mother to Tallulah, Louisiana, where he spent part of his childhood. Around the age of 17, he returned to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he continued to grow into the man many knew and loved.

Jay-R had a deep love for music. As a teenager, he began creating and recording music, eventually producing numerous songs, albums, and videos that reflected his creativity and passion. Music was one of his love language and it enabled him to express himself and positivity connect with others. Jay-R enjoyed traveling and experiencing the world. In addition to his music and career, Jay-R was also a writer. He began writing a book that remained unpublished, but one he looked forward to completing and sharing with the world one day.

Later in life, he pursued a career in trucking and proudly earned his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Becoming a truck driver was an accomplishment he took great pride in, allowing him to travel and build a career doing something he enjoyed.

Those who knew Jay-R will always remember his big personality, love for life, and ability to make people laugh. He was truly the life of the party, bringing joy, humor, and energy wherever he went. Above all else, he deeply loved his family and the people closest to him.

Jay-R became a father and welcomed his first son, Qaadir Isaam Amin III, with Audreena Harris. He also lovingly helped reared her son Armon Williams as his own, and until his passing they all remained close. At the age of 34, Jay-R became a father again to his beautiful daughter, Brooklyn Zyria’ Amin, and his handsome son, Bashir Zakee Amin (whom he named after his brother), both of Tallulah, Louisiana. His children were a source of pride and love of his life.

Jay-R was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Day, and his stepfather, Danny Day.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving significant other, Brandi Morris, whom he loved dearly; his father, Qaadir Isaam Amin Sr. (Beverly); and his three brothers whom were his best friends: Zakee Isaam Amin (Gloria), Qaadir Jordan Amin Sr., and Ali Isaam Amin Sr. (Connie), along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, and friends who loved him deeply and will.

He also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews & extended family members, and friends who will forever hold his memory close to their hearts.

Though Jay-R’s time with us was far too short, his spirit, laughter, creativity, and love for life will never be forgotten. His legacy will live on through the lives he touched and the family he loved so deeply.