Shock G (1963-2021)

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The frontman of Digital Underground, born Gregory Jacobs in Brooklyn, has died at age 57.

Jacobs adopted many alter egos as a performer, his most famous being Humpty Hump in the top-15 hit "The Humpty Dance." He also introduced future superstar 2Pac in a follow-up single, "Same Song."

Here's the link to the Associated Press obit:

apnews.com/article/us-news-entertainment-music-hip-hop-and-rap-arts-and-entertainment-25d48be5c529544d0a0bfe53a6f8cc02?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=April21_Morning_Wire&utm_term=Morning%20Wire%20Subscribers

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The medical examiner's report, released yesterday, showed that Shock G died of an accidental drug overdose. Traces of fentanyl, ethanol, and methamphetamine were found in his system.