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Update:  This article was republished in the October 2021 issue of The Licensing Journal published by Wolters Kluwer.

Biz Markie (born Marcel Theo Hall), popularly known as hip-hop’s clown prince, passed away on July 16, 2021 at the age of 57. Biz’s innovative beats and lovably goofy lyrics left their mark on the music industry in more ways than one.