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Fans are reflecting on the life and legacy of rapper Rob Base<\/strong> after he passed away at age 59. Rob, who was from Harlem, made up one half of a hip-hop duo with DJ E-Z Rock. E-Z Rock, born Rodney Bryce, also passed away at age 56 on April 27, 2014, from complications with diabetes.<\/p>\n Rob Base, whose real name is Robert Ginyard was a distinguished figure within the \u201980\u2019s hip-hop scene and built his name off the 1988 hit \u2018It Takes Two.\u2019 On Friday, May 22, Rob\u2019s official Instagram account released a press release<\/a> confirming he passed away after a personal battle with cancer. The message noted that he’ll at all times be remembered for his music and legacy, together with how she showed up as a loving father, family man, and friend.<\/p>\n \u201cRob\u2019s music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to hundreds of thousands around the globe. Beyond the stage, he was a loving father, family man, friend, and inventive force whose impact won’t ever be forgotten. Thanks for the music, the memories, and the moments that became the soundtrack to our lives,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Rob passed just days after he celebrated his 59th birthday on May 18. He also dropped a message on Instagram<\/a> that day, expressing gratitude and sharing a photograph of himself.<\/p>\n \n RELATED: Prayers Up! NBA YoungBoy Associate Ben10 Reportedly Shot Again In Baton Rouge Weeks After Houston Incident\u00a0<\/h5>\n
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