RAPPER Magoo, famed for his partnership with R&B icon Timbaland, has passed away aged 50.
Best known as part of the hip-hop duo Timbaland & Magoo, the star’s death was confirmed by R&B artist Digital Black (Benjamin Bush) of Dru Hill and Playa in an Instagram post.
Paying tribute to the late star, R&B singer Ginuwine wrote: “Times get rough but we keep on pushing just heard some news I hope it ain’t tru3.
“I just want everyone to know that time is short love who you love and make sure they know it.”
No cause of death has been given.
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What are Timbaland’s biggest songs?
The American super-producer doesn’t just make hits for other stars, spending 165 weeks in the UK Top 40 Charts.
His biggest songs include:
- Get on the Bus w/ Destiny’s Child (1999)
- Promiscuous w/ Nelly Furtado (2006)
- Give It to Me w/ Furtado and Justin Timberlake (2007)
- The Way I Are w/ Keri Hilson (2007)
- Ayo Technology w/ 50 Cent and Timberlake (2007)
- Apologise w/ One Republic (2007)
- Morning After Dark w/ SoShy and Furtado (2009)
- If We Ever Meet Again w/ Katy Perry (2010)
- Carry Out w/ Timberlake (2010)
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Fans pay tribute to late performer
Fans have rushed to X, formally known as Twitter, to pay tribute to Magoo.
One user wrote: “RIP Magoo, his contribution to Da Bassment Cru will not be forgotten.”
While another added: “This breaks my heart! That Timbaland and Magoo era was a time to be alive! Rest in power!”
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Magoo and Timbaland’s iconic collaboration
The pair, from Virginia, started collaborating in 1989 when they crossed paths as teenagers.
They released their debut album Welcome to Our World in 1997 – featuring their hit single Up Jumps da Boogie.
Two of the songs – Up Jumps da Boogie and Cop That S*** – featured renowned singer Missy Elliott.
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No cause of death given
No cause of death has been given following the passing of Magoo.
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It’s understood Magoo died on Sunday aged 50.
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Inside Magoo’s legendary career
Magoo, real name Melvin Barcliff, was part of hip-hop duo Timbaland & Magoo with Timothy Mosley.
The pair, from Virginia, started collaborating in 1989 when they crossed paths as teenagers.
They went on to release three albums and work with Missy Elliott, becoming best known for their single Up Jumps da Boogie.
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What was Magoo’s real name?
Magoo shot to fame as part of the R&B duo Timbaland & Magoo with Timothy Mosley.
The star’s real name was Melvin Barcliff and alongside Timbaland, he went on to release three albums and work with Missy Elliott, becoming best known for their single Up Jumps da Boogie.
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Stars pay tribute to Magoo following passing
Digital Black, real name Benjamin Bush, wrote: “Man can’t believe this RIP Magoo damn big bro wasn’t ready for this at all #superfriends.”
American singer-songwriter Ginuwine also appeared to honour the star on social media.
He said: “Times get rough but we keep on pushing just heard some news I hope it ain’t true.
“I just want everyone to know that time is short love who you love and make sure they know it.”
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R&B star dies aged 50
Magoo, famed for his partnership with R&B icon Timbaland, has passed away aged 50.
Best known as part of the hip-hop duo Timbaland & Magoo, the star’s death was confirmed by R&B artist Digital Black (Benjamin Bush) of Dru Hill and Playa in an Instagram post.
Paying tribute to the late star, R&B singer Ginuwine wrote: “Times get rough but we keep on pushing just heard some news I hope it ain’t true …I just want everyone to know that time is short love who you love and make sure they know it.”
No cause of death has been confirmed.
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