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Biz Markie, Just A Friend rapper, dead at 57
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Biz Markie, an American original born Marcel Theo Hall and a larger-than-life hip-hop figure, has died at the age of 57. Known widely for a career spanning back to 1986, Hall went on to become a beloved cultural figure later in life, celebrated for his spirited personality as much as his massive 1989 hit, “Just A Friend.” His death was confirmed by his manager, Jenni D. Izumi.
“We are grateful for the many calls and prayers of support that we have received during this difficult time,” Izumi told NPR via email. “Biz created a legacy of artistry that will forever be celebrated by his industry peers and his beloved fans whose lives he was able to touch through music, spanning over 35 years.”
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Biz Markie, hip-hop s clown prince, dies at 57
Biz Markie, the innovative yet proudly goofy rapper, DJ and producer whose self-deprecating lyrics and off-key wail on songs like Just a Friend earned him the nickname Clown Prince of Hip-Hop, died Friday. He was 57.
by By Joe Coscarelli / New York Times News Service
Jul. 18 2021 @ 10:11pm
Biz Markie, the innovative yet proudly goofy rapper, DJ and producer whose self-deprecating lyrics and off-key wail on songs like Just a Friend earned him the nickname Clown Prince of Hip-Hop, died Friday. He was 57.
His death was confirmed by his manager, Jenni Izumi, did not specify the cause or say where he died.
R I P to Biz Markie: A True Hip-Hop Pioneer & Trendsetter
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Published July 19, 2021, 1:57 PM
The ‘Clown Prince of Hiphop’ is best known for his hit “Just A Friend.”
Biz Markie died last Friday, July 16 at the age of 57 from complications of Type 2 Diabetes. The rapper is best known for his 1989 hit “Just A Friend.”
Biz Markie will be remembered for the raw and soulful style that he brought to Hip hop. A style that he perfectly exemplified on “Just A Friend” that fans and peers have loved about him ever since.
According to Rolling Stone, Biz Markie was given the title Clown Prince of Hip hop because of his “half-sung and intentionally off-key choruses, riveting beatboxing and silly humor.”
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