The world has lost another great.

The cause of death has not been released.

We respectfully request privacy for his family as they mourn their loved one."

Biz Markie with hands up

He quickly followed that with his second album, “The Biz Never Sleep,” in 1989. and 2003’s “Weekend Warrior. "

Along with writing and performing music, Markie also tried his hand at acting.

Markie left behind quite the legacy, evidence of a life well-lived.

Biz Markie DJ-ing

May it be of some solace to the family in their time of mourning.