R.I.P. Magoo.
Rapper Magoo, best known as one half of rap duo, Timbaland and Magoo unexpectedly passed away at the age of 50. The Virginia Chief Medical Examiner reports the cause of death was not disclosed.
Born, Melvin Barcliff, Magoo, a Norfolk, VA native made waves in the late 90s with music partner Timberland. They pair released their debut album, Welcome To Our World in 1997 which spawned the hits “Up Jumps The Boogie”, as well as contributions with their frequent collaborators Missy Elliott, Aaliyah, Ginuwine, and more. Timbaland & Magoo would go on to release two more albums together: 2001’s Indecent Proposal and 2003’s Under Construction, Part II.
After the tragic news, Timberland spoke on his other half. “This one hits different