Freaky Tah facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Freaky Tah
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Tah c. 1990s
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Raymond Rogers |
| Born | May 14, 1971 Queens, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 28, 1999 (aged 27) Queens, New York, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper |
| Years active | 1994–1999 |
| Labels | Universal Records |
| Associated acts | The Lost Boyz |
Tahliq Raymond Rogers (born May 14, 1971 – died March 28, 1999), known as Freaky Tah, was an American rapper. He was also a music promoter and a "hype man." A hype man helps get the crowd excited during a performance. Freaky Tah was a member of a hip hop group called The Lost Boyz. The other members were Mr. Cheeks, DJ Spigg Nice, and Pretty Lou.
About Freaky Tah
Freaky Tah was an important part of The Lost Boyz. The group was known for their unique sound in hip hop music. They released several albums that were popular. Freaky Tah helped make their live shows energetic and fun.
His Passing
On March 28, 1999, Freaky Tah was leaving a birthday party in Queens, New York. He was with some friends at the time. Sadly, he was shot and passed away. This happened because of a case of mistaken identity. He was only 27 years old when he died.
After his passing, people were held responsible for what happened. The person who drove the car was sentenced to prison. The person who shot him also pleaded guilty to murder. This tragic event was a big loss for the hip hop community.
Music with The Lost Boyz
Freaky Tah and The Lost Boyz released several successful albums. Their music was very popular in the 1990s. They created songs that many fans enjoyed.
- Legal ... was released in 1996. It became a Gold record, meaning it sold over 500,000 copies.
- Love, Peace & Nappiness came out in 1997. This album also achieved Gold status.
- LB IV Life was released in 1999. It continued their success on the music charts.
Their albums often reached high spots on the music charts. The Lost Boyz left a lasting mark on hip hop music.
See also
In Spanish: Freaky Tah para niños
- List of murdered hip hop musicians
- 27 Club
