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Biz Markie, the esteemed Just A Friend rapper, died last Friday (July 16) at the age of 57. After a collective moment of shock and silence for the beloved artist, the music industry responded with a pour of love for Markie.
The musical renaissance man and roots front man Questlove posted a tribute to Markie on Instagram. « Biz built me, man, » wrote Questlove. “In my early early stages, it was Biz who taught me the REAL places to keep records…. That cat was one in a million. ”
The Beastie Boys also posted a tribute to the clown Prince of Hip-Hop. « We are so grateful to have had so many unforgettable experiences with the truly unique and incredibly talented Biz Markie, » the band said on Facebook. “No one else could beatbox, beats, and grooves and sounds like they did when it came out. He didn’t stick to the rules or stick to any categories … He was all-inclusive as hip-hop can be at its best. «
Markie’s musical breakthrough came in 1989 with his second album The Biz Never Sleeps , which included his biggest hit, « Just A Friend ». Markie also released five studio albums, in addition to a cameo on the movie Men in Black II and on the TV show Yo Gabba Gabba, in which he taught kids how to beatbox.
On the day of his death, Markie’s manager Jenni confirmed Izumi explained the tragedy, stating, « Biz created a legacy of art that will be forever celebrated by his industry peers and beloved fans, whose lives he has touched through music for years. » The official cause of Markie’s death was not disclosed, but the one Rapper had previously been hospitalized for complications with type 2 diabetes.
In addition to Questlove and The Beastie Boys, countless other artists have paid their respects to the legendary rapper. Read below for tributes from stars like LL Cool J, Missy Elliott and more.
I can remember so many times trying to hit box like you until my lips were sore😩& whenever we saw each other your energ was ie always so full of life / love / & Good mood Vi Your influence in the culture is 4EVER🙌🏾 & you will NEVER be forgotten🕊💜🙏🏾 Peace King @ BizMarkie👑 pic.twitter.com/gCzsdzQtwS
My close friend Bizmarkie. .. Gone at 57 .. We shared a tour bus on our very first tour ‘The Dope Jam Tour’ @LegendaryCOOLV, TJSwan .. We were all so young and hype. Enjoy every single moment of life with your friends and family. « Life is Short » about RunDMC
Some of the greatest / wildest DJ sets I’ve ever seen … responsible for so many classic tunes – mind-boggling inventive music. And just a beautiful mind. Rest in power ❤️ pic.twitter.com/J55HlXWcMO
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