Oliver Tree, the California-born singer-songwriter and rapper known for tracks like "Life Goes On," "When I'm Down" and "Miss You," died in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, according to CNN Brazil.

Oliver Tree, the singer and comedian known for “Life Goes On,” “Miss You,” and his deliberately strange visual style, has been reported among six people killed in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro.

The singer, producer, director and performance artist transformed internet absurdity into a successful music career built on viral hits, elaborate characters and stunt-filled videos.