Rapper Rob Base, whose real name is Robert Ginyard, died Friday at the age of 59 after a cancer diagnosis, according to a post on his social media. The artist was a prominent figure in the 1980s hip-hop scene and is best known for the 1988 hit 'It Takes Two.'
The news was confirmed by his family and representatives. No further details about the type of cancer or the location of his death have been released at this time.
Rob Base rose to fame with DJ E-Z Rock, and 'It Takes Two' became a classic, sampled widely in later years. The song reached number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is considered a hip-hop anthem.
Fans and fellow artists have paid tribute on social media, remembering his contributions to music. He is survived by his family.
