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Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dies at 59
Rob Base, one-half of Rob Base & 38; DJ E-Z Rock, who was best known for the hit "It Takes Two," has died. He was 59. The rapper, who celebrated his 59th birthday just four days ago, died on May 22 while ...
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Rob Base, one-half of Rob Base & 38; DJ E-Z Rock, who was best known for the hit "It Takes Two," has died. He was 59. The rapper, who celebrated his 59th birthday just four days ago, died on May 22 while ...
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According to Variety’s source item, Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dies at 59, Rob Base, one-half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, who was best known for the hit “It Takes Two,” has died. He was 59. The rapper, who celebrated his 59th birthday just four days ago, died on May 22 while surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer. “Rob’s music, energy, and legacy […]
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