Malik Belili

Malik Abdul-Basit Smart (November 14, 1972 – July 29, 2020), better known by his stage name Malik B., was an American rapper and singer who was a founding member of the Roots.Davis, Kimberly (2003) "The Roots Redefine Hip-Hop's Past", Ebony, June 2003, p. 162Shapiro, Peter (2005) The Rough Guide to Hip-Hop, Rough Guides, , p. 323 He appeared on the first four albums released by the Roots, before departing the group. He returned as a featured artist... meer