Def Jam said Gotti's "creative genius and unwavering dedication to the culture birthed countless hits" and defined "an era of music that continues to resonate."Def Jam said Gotti's "creative genius and unwavering dedication to the culture birthed countless hits" and defined "an era of music that continues to resonate." Irv Gotti holding up a chain with a photo on it Irv Gotti in New York City in 2005.Gabriela Maj / Patrick McMullan via Getty Images file Irv Gotti, a famed music producer and the founder of the hip-hop label Murder Inc., died. He was 54. "It is with heavy hearts...