Tay Keith’s Estate Hits $198k+ Debt, Including a Mercedes Loan

American Express National Bank filed two separate claims against the estate of late hip‑hop producer Tay Keith this week, seeking roughly $60,000 on a Business Platinum account and another $27,000 on a standard Platinum account.

Bank of America followed suit with a claim tied to Keith’s 2024 Mercedes‑Benz GLS, alleging the estate owes about $115,000. Combined, creditors are demanding more than $198,000 from the producer’s holdings.

Keith left a sizable estate upon his death in June, comprising his music catalog and royalties, multiple bank accounts, a Lamborghini, the Mercedes‑Benz, real‑estate holdings and various business interests.

The Nashville Medical Examiner ruled that Keith died from the toxic effects of ketamine and mitragynine—an active compound in kratom—after a notice in his probate case invited anyone who owed him money to come forward.

## Creditors Targeting the Estate

The claims were filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court following a public notice that the estate was open to creditors. American Express National Bank’s filings list specific business and personal credit cards that were held by Keith, while Bank of America’s claim references a loan secured by the Mercedes‑Benz GLS.

Together the creditors seek more than $198,000, but the estate’s net value has not yet been fully assessed. The probate proceedings are still underway, and an undisclosed amount of debt may be offset by the sale of high‑value assets such as the Mercedes‑Benz and Lamborghini.

The AmEx filings were made public on Monday, and the Bank of America claim followed within days. Both filings reference specific account numbers and outstanding balances, though the estate has yet to respond formally to either request.

## Estate Composition and Legal Proceedings

Keith’s portfolio includes not only his music catalog and royalty streams but also significant real‑estate holdings in Nashville and business interests tied to production companies. A Lamborghini, a Mercedes‑Benz GLS, and multiple bank accounts are listed as assets that may satisfy the creditor claims.

The probate notice, which was published after Keith’s death in June, specifically requested that anyone who owed him money submit documentation to the estate administrator. The court documents show that the claims are being processed, but no settlement has been announced.

An independent valuation of Keith’s real‑estate and luxury vehicles is expected in the coming weeks, which could influence how much of the $198,000 debt is recoverable. The probate case will also examine whether any business interests have undisclosed liabilities that might affect the estate’s solvency.

With over $198,000 in outstanding claims and a substantial asset base still under legal review, the outcome of Tay Keith’s estate will likely hinge on how quickly creditors can secure payment and how the probate court values his high‑end holdings.

Legal counsel representing the creditors has indicated a willingness to negotiate settlement terms if asset liquidation proceeds are sufficient.