Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, May 23, 2026 —

Rob Base, Hip-Hop Pioneer Known for “It Takes Two,” Dies at 59

Robert Ginyard, widely known as Rob Base, has died at the age of 59. The Harlem-based artist passed away after a battle with cancer. Ginyard was best recognized for his 1988 hit song “It Takes Two.”

Ginyard was one half of the influential hip-hop duo Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock. The group played a notable role in popularizing hip-hop and house music, contributing to their broader entry into the mainstream.

The artist’s passing marks the end of a significant career in music, remembered for hits that helped shape the landscape of popular music.

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