The Roots longtime member Malik B. has died.
The group took to Twitter to make the sad announcement.
The rapper and singer, has been a longtime member of The Roots, and appeared on the first four albums released by The Roots.
He also performed alongside current band members and co-founders Questlove and Black Thought before departing the group to pursue a solo career.
“We regretfully inform you of the passing of our beloved brother and long time Roots member Malik Abdul Basit,” the statement read. “May he be remembered for his devotion to Islam and innovation as one of the most gifted MCs of all time. We ask that you please respect his family in our time of mourning.”
The rapper and singer, has been a longtime member of The Roots, and appeared on the first four albums released by The Roots.
He also performed alongside current band members and co-founders Questlove and Black Thought before departing the group to pursue a solo career.
He was 47 years old. Cause of his death is not known.
Rip.
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