R.I.P. One of Rap's more talented artists dead at 57

[ADLER]

Of course his hit, like almost all successful rap songs was a cover of someone else's work, but it was still fun.

 

Edited July 17, 2021 by ADLER

[Censored by Laurie]

3 hours ago, ADLER said:

Of course his hit, like almost all successful rap songs was a cover of someone else's work, but it was still fun.

 

Just a Friend is not a cover. there are almost zero hip-hop/rap covers. it samples from a '68 Freddie Scott track to help provide the melody and beat (an art-form unto itself), but the lyrics and production are all Biz. 

furthermore, your personal opinion of music has no bearing on an artist's talent. 

despite calling from a deep pool, this is one of the most ignorant and vaguely racist posts ever made on GMG

[ADLER]

Apology accepted.

[LongJim]

I always thought this was a catchy, funny tune.  I wonder if Gamble and Huff ever saw any royalties. 

[UNTLifer]

12 hours ago, ADLER said:

Apology accepted.

As a fellow middle aged white man, I don’t think we are allowed to comment. 😂🤣

 

[Cr1028]

I first learned of Biz on Celebrity Fit Club. I was in grade school when Just A Friend was released so I wasn’t really familiar with it until I was an adult. He was a super cool guy, great personality, and he left some fantastic music to remain after he passed. RIP.

[CaribbeanGreen]

Sample vs. Cover. Totally different things. Opinions may vary.