Rapper. Born Benedict Okwuchukwu Godwin Chijioke of a Nigerian family. He was discovered after competing at the open mic competition at Muthaland at the Borderline in London. In 1995, he co-founded Ghetto Grammar, a pioneer in hip hop education in the UK. His album 'Upwards' was nominated for a Mercury Prize in 2004. He died of pneumonia after intensive care treatment for Covid.
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Musical group. Founded by Jazzie B (Trevor Beresford Romeo). They are best known for their 1989 UK chart-topper and US top five hit 'Back to Life (However Do you Want Me)'.
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