KueenD went viral after flipping Kstylis' 2013 single "Booty Me Down." But by not clearing the sample, her breakthrough moment became a career-stalling ordeal
The "Clown Prince of Hip-Hop" was a staple on the hit kids show, teaching a new generation about the art of beatboxing
Fans have taken to social media to share their favorite memories from the rapper's numerous appearances on popular TV shows and movies
Bootsy Collins, Public Enemy, They Might Be Giants and more also remember "Just a Friend" rapper
"We will miss him. But he will be here forever," Roots drummer writes of his late friend
"Once, he was doing a DJ set opening up for us, and the power suddenly cut out," D remembers of the "Just a Friend" rapper, who died Friday. "He didn’t miss a beat, human beatboxing and singing"
Whether freestyling, beatboxing, rocking the party, or making booger jokes, the late New York MC brought wit and wisdom to rap and beyond for 30-plus years
"Just a Friend" rapper struggled with health issues related to decade-long battle with Type 2 diabetes
"The news of Biz Markie’s passing is not true," rapper's rep says. "Biz is still under medical care, surrounded by professionals who are working hard to provide the best healthcare possible"
The Inhuman Orchestra says the stories about unrequited romance, a lost job opportunity and a crew snub were all facts: "I didn't know how to write no other way"
