Ms. Melodie facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ms. Melodie
Ms Melodie and KRS One in 1988
Background information
Birth name	Ramona Scott
Born	March 21, 1969
Origin	Brooklyn, New York City, New York, U.S.
Died	July 17, 2012 (aged 43)
Genres	hip hop
Occupation(s)	rapper
Years active	1988–1992
Labels	Jive/RCA Records
Associated acts	Boogie Down Productions Stop the Violence Movement H.E.A.L.

Ms. Melodie, whose real name was Ramona Parker (born Ramona Scott), was an American rapper. She was born on March 21, 1969, and passed away on July 17, 2012, at age 43. She was a member of the famous hip-hop group Boogie Down Productions (BDP) and was married to KRS-One, another well-known rapper. People remembered her as a strong female rapper who could stand out among male artists.

Ms. Melodie's Music Journey

Ms. Melodie started her music career in the late 1980s. She was known for her powerful and direct rapping style. She joined the Stop the Violence Movement in 1989. This movement aimed to use hip-hop to promote peace and stop violence.

Hit Songs and Album Release

Her single, "Hype According to Ms. Melodie," was praised for its energetic style. Ms. Melodie and other members of BDP appeared in the movie I'm Gonna Git You Sucka. Her only album, called Diva, was released in 1989. KRS-One helped produce most of the songs on this album.

The song "Wake Up, Wake Up" from her album became very popular. It reached the Top 20 on Billboard magazine's Hot Rap Singles chart. The music video for her next single, "Live on Stage," was also a big hit on video channels. She also appeared in the music video for Queen Latifah's famous song "Ladies First."

Ms. Melodie's Personal Life

Ramona Scott grew up in the Flatbush area of Brooklyn, New York City. Her older sister, Pamela Scott, was also a musician. Pamela, known as Harmony, later became a lead singer for the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. She won six Grammy awards with the choir.

Ms. Melodie was married to KRS-One from 1987 to 1992. She had two sons. Ramona Scott passed away on July 17, 2012, when she was 43 years old. Her death was due to health problems that were not publicly shared.

Discography

• Diva, 1989