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Rob Base, 'It Takes Two' Rapper, Dies at 59

Rob Base, the influential rapper known for the hit song 'It Takes Two' which helped bring hip-hop to the mainstream, has died at the age of 59. His death followed a battle with cancer that he reportedly kept private from many of his friends.

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APVery High79d ago

‘It Takes Two’ rapper Rob Base, who helped bring hip-hop mainstream, dies at 59 - AP News

‘It Takes Two’ rapper Rob Base, who helped bring hip-hop mainstream, dies at 59  AP News

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NPRHigh79d ago

'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base, who helped bring hip-hop mainstream, dies at 59

Rapper Rob Base has died after a battle with cancer. He was 59. His team shared the news of his death on his Instagram page. Base was one half of the Harlem hip-hop duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock.

By The Associated Press

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Fox NewsMixed79d ago

'It Takes Two' rapper Rob Base dead at 59 after cancer fight he kept hidden from friends

Rob Base, the rapper behind iconic 1988 hit "It Takes Two," has died at age 59 following a private battle with cancer, according to a statement.

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cbcHigh79d ago

It Takes Two rapper Rob Base, who helped bring hip-hop to the mainstream, dead at 59

Rob Base, rapper and one half of the Harlem hip-hop duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, has died after a battle with cancer at age 59.

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varietyMostly Factual79d ago

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 […]

By Steven J. Horowitz

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual79d ago

Rob Base, “It Takes Two” Rapper, Dies at 59

"Rob’s music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions around the world," read a statement shared to his Instagram.

By McKinley Franklin

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual79d ago

Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dead at 59

The rapper’s enduring track with DJ E-Z Rock continues to influence pop culture, from music to films

By Althea Legaspi

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billboardMostly Factual79d ago

‘It Takes Two’ Rapper Rob Base Dead at 59

The Harlem native, who was half of Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, died Friday (May 22) following a battle with cancer.

By Michael Saponara

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tmzMixed79d ago

Rob Base, 'It Takes Two’ Rapper, Dead at 59

Rob Base, one-half of the legendary duo with DJ E-Z Rock behind the classic hit "It Takes Two," has died at 59. The rapper -- born Robert Ginyard -- passed away peacefully after a private battle with cancer on Friday surrounded by family ... just…

By TMZ Staff

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nmeMostly Factual79d ago

Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ rapper with DJ E-Z Rock, dies aged 59

“Rob’s music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions around the world" The post Rob Base, ‘It Takes Two’ rapper with DJ E-Z Rock, dies aged 59 appeared first on NME.

By Max Pilley

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