On Monday, 2 Live Crew shared the news of Marquis' death on Instagram, paying tribute to the rapper who helped shape the group's legacy. Formed in the mid-1980s, 2 Live Crew made history as the first artists to feature a "Parental Advisory: Explicit Content" label on their album, pushing the boundaries of free expression in music.

Brother Marquis, born Mark D. Ross in Rochester, New York, in 1966, began his journey in Los Angeles during his teenage years before relocating to Miami. It was in Miami, in 1986, that he joined 2 Live Crew, collaborating with DJ Mr. Mixx, Fresh Kid Ice (Christopher Wong Won), and Luke Skyywalker to create a groundbreaking sound that resonated with fans worldwide.

Despite disbanding in the 1990s, the group reunited in the 2000s, continuing to influence new generations of artists. Brother Marquis' contribution to the music world, alongside the legacy of his fellow group members, remains indelible.