biz markie
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Ron Isley Finally Lets Us Know Who He’s Singing About in ‘Choosey Lover’ and the Internet is Talking
A clip of Isley switching out the lyrics of his hit song to name check a "friend" has gone viral.
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Much Like Biz Markie, Showtime’s All Up in the Biz Is Larger Than Life
The Sacha Jenkins-directed documentary proves once and for all that 'Nobody Beats the Biz.'
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Making Love Songs: The Story Behind Biz Markie’s “Just A Friend”
When you’re thinking about love songs, I’m pretty sure Biz Markie’s 1989 hit “Just a Friend” isn’t the first one that comes to mind.
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Black Celebs We Lost in 2021
Some of those who have passed on may surprise you. Here we take a look back
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Hip-Hop Legends to Celebrate the Life of Biz Markie on Monday
BET will livestream the public service for the 'Clown Prince of Hip-Hop,' who passed away last month at the age of 57.
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‘Clown Prince of Hip-Hop’ Biz Markie Dead at 57
The rapper was best known for his platinum-selling hit 'Just a Friend.'
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Biz Markie’s Family Confirms the Rapper Is Still Alive, Asks for 'Continued Thoughts and Prayers’
Despite unfounded rumors Wednesday night, the rapper's manager and family assured fans that the beloved rapper is still alive.
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Biz Markie Has Been Hospitalized for Weeks Due to Diabetes Complications
Legendary rapper, beatboxer and DJ Biz Markie has reportedly been in the hospital for weeks being treated for an illness triggered by complications of Type 2 diabetes. Per TMZ, a rep for the musician says that he is in a Maryland-area hospital, and the status of his condition is unclear. “He is receiving the best…
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I’m Seeing Anita Baker, Y’all, and You Can, Too, at Jazz in the Gardens This Weekend
When someone asks you to attend a concert featuring Chaka Khan, Anita Baker, Fantasia, Smokey Robinson and more, what do you do? You graciously accept the invite! And that is the story of how The Root became a media sponsor for the 13th annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival. As the fastest-growing jazz and…
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Why Are TLC Going on Tour With the Dude From Sugar Ray?
Last month, TLC celebrated the 25th anniversary of their groundbreaking debut album, Ooooooohhh … on the TLC Tip. Last week, TLC announced that they’ll be headlining the “I Love the 90’s Tour: The Party Continues,” which will feature Montell Jordan, Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath, Naughty by Nature and Biz Markie. Presently, I’m wondering how a…