The Roots Founding Member and Rapper Malik B. Dead at 47

The Roots founding member Malik B. has died at 47 years old.The sad news was confirmed by The Roots via a statement that reads, "We regretfully inform you of the passing of our beloved brother and long time Roots member Malik Abdul Basit. May he be remembered for his devotion to Islam and innovation as one of the most gifted MCs of all time. We ask that you please respect his family in our time of mourning."Malik B.'s cousin Don Champion also shared a few words. "Mourning my beloved cousin today...