Malik B. facts for kids
Malik Abdul Basit (born November 14, 1972 – died July 29, 2020) was a talented American rapper and singer. He was known by his stage name, Malik B. He helped start the famous hip-hop group the Roots.
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Malik B.: A Rapper's Journey
Starting with The Roots
Malik B. was a founding member of the Roots. This group is known for its live music and unique sound. He was a key part of their early success. Malik B. appeared on their first four albums. These albums helped make The Roots famous. Later, he returned to perform on some of their newer albums as a special guest.
His Solo Music
Besides his work with The Roots, Malik B. also made his own music. He released an EP called Psychological. An EP is like a mini-album with fewer songs. This EP was released through a company called Future Blast Publishing. He also put out two full studio albums. These albums were Street Assault in 2005 and Unpredictable in 2015. He worked with an artist named Mr. Green on these projects.
His Early Life and Passing
Malik B. was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was a talented artist who contributed a lot to hip-hop music. Malik Basit passed away on July 29, 2020. He was 47 years old.
