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Malik Abdul-Basit Smart (November 14, 1972 – July 29, 2020), known by the stage name Malik B., was an American rapper and singer who was a founding member of the Philadelphia -based hip hop band the Roots. [1] [2] He appeared on the group's first four albums until his departure, but often returned for subsequent releases.
Jul 30, 2020 · CNN — Malik Abdul Basit, a rapper, singer and founding member of The Roots, has died, according to a statement posted on the group’s verified Twitter account. He was 47. “We regretfully inform...
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By Julia Carmel. July 31, 2020. Malik B., the elusive M.C. best known for his work with the Roots, died on Wednesday. He was 47. His death was confirmed by his cousin Don Champion. Members of...
Jul 29, 2020 · Malik B., a co-founding member of the Roots and a rapper on their first four albums, passed away at 47. Questlove and Black Thought paid tribute to their late brother and collaborator, praising his devotion to Islam, his brotherhood and his MC skills.
Jul 30, 2020 · The Roots announced the death of the Philadelphia-born rapper and MC on social media, but did not reveal the cause of death. Malik B appeared on four albums before leaving the group in 1999 and returned as a guest in 2006 and 2008.
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Jul 29, 2020 · Malik Abdul-Basit, a rapper best known for his work with The Roots as Malik B., has died. He was 47. His death was confirmed by The Roots' Questlove and Black Thought in a statement...
Jul 29, 2020 · Malik Abdul Basit, a Philadelphia hip-hop vocalist known as Mailk B. who was an early member of The Roots, has died, the group announced Wednesday. He was 47. "May he be remembered for his...
