Industry May 26, 2026
“It Takes Two” Rapper Rob Base Dies at 59
The Harlem MC, who was one-half of the duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock, had been living with cancer
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Pitchfork
Rob Base, the Harlem MC renowned for the hit "It Takes Two," has passed away at the age of 59. He was a prominent figure in hip-hop as one half of the duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock.
His family confirmed that he had been living with cancer. Originally reported by Pitchfork.
His family confirmed that he had been living with cancer. Originally reported by Pitchfork.