The Unexpected Legacy of a Forgotten Chart Topper The recent passing of Rob Base at 59 has left many in the music industry mourning the loss of a hip hop pioneer.
His death raises questions about the transience of fame and the enduring power of music to transcend time. Rob Base's biggest hit, "It Takes Two," peaked at No.
3 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in 1988, but its influence can still be felt today.