Melvin ‘Magoo’ Barcliff, an integral a part of the celebrated rap duo Timbaland & Magoo since 1989, is lifeless. On August 13, the unhappy information of Magoo’s demise was confirmed, sending shockwaves of grief all through followers and the music business.
Magoo’s notable tracks embody ‘Up Jumps Da’ Boogie’ from 1997, ‘We at it Once more’ from 2000, and ‘Get together Individuals’ in 2001, amongst others, all of which turned cherished tunes for followers to groove to.
The sudden passing of Magoo on the age of fifty has prompted tributes from followers world wide, mourning the lack of the singer and rapper from Norfolk, Virginia.
How did Melvin ‘Magoo’ Barcliff go away?
In response to sources, Magoo’s dying is believed to be on account of a suspected coronary heart assault on the younger age of fifty, as reported by Kossy Derrick Ent. Regardless of the information of his passing on August 13, extra particulars about Magoo and the circumstances of his dying stay undisclosed.
The web has united to pay homage as they mourn the lack of the opposite half of Timbaland within the music business.
How did Timbaland and Magoo join?
Magoo was sometimes called Timbaland’s “side-kick” because the dynamic duo ascended collectively. Whereas their debut was launched within the late 90s, Magoo and Timbaland’s partnership began after they have been merely youngsters within the early 90s. After their encounter, their shared aspiration was to create music and make their mark collectively within the business.
The information of the rapper’s dying was confirmed by R&B artist Digital Black (Benjamin Bush) of Dru Hill and Playa in an Instagram publish shared on Sunday night time. ‘Man can’t imagine this RIP Magoo rattling large bro wasn’t prepared for this in any respect #superfriends [sic],’ he penned
Tributes to Magoo on social media
Quite a few people have turned to Twitter to specific their sorrow and disbelief. One particular person shared, “Relaxation In Peace to VA Hip-Hop Legend Magoo. I am Devastated. I used to be simply mentioning Him in an Interview.”
“I’m in Shock, Bro. A Supafriends Crew Member. With Static and Aaliyah. I memorized damn near The whole ‘Welcome To Our World’ album with his verses. Can’t believe this.”
Followers have additionally shared clips of his stay performances as they grieve the sudden loss, with one stating, “RIP Magoo, and still so damn young.”
Individuals proceed to share footage of Magoo as they honour his reminiscence. One particular person tweeted, “#magoo I used to be so hoping to get a efficiency from the Trio Missy and Timbaland. Relaxation effectively Magoo.’
One other tweeted, “RIP to Hip-Hop legend Magoo. He handed away at 50.” Love for Magoo and his music continues to pour in from his followers and the music business on social media.
