Bofill was also known for “I’ll Try,” “Too Tough,” and “I’m On Your Side.”
1980s
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Born Mark Ross, he helped shape the controversial group’s provocative lyricism.
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His figurines of teardrop-eyed children became wildly popular.
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Tandy voiced the line “Mr. Blue Sky” in the song of the same name.
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Eddy was best known for instrumentals like “Peter Gunn” and “Rebel Rouser.”
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He directed and starred in the cult classic “Chief Zabu.”
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He was kept in captivity for nearly seven years by Islamic militants.
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His solo hit “No Sell Out” was influential on hip-hop.
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The band had their biggest hit in 1982 with “You Dropped a Bomb on Me.”
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She was the first woman signed to Def Jam Records.