On Monday, hip-hop lost one of its all-time greats in Guru (Keith Elam). He had been in a coma since the beginning of March after suffering a heart attack. That, combined with a yearlong battle with myeloma, ultimately took his life.
One half of the duo Gang Starr, Guru was a key part of the golden age of hip-hop. He released six albums as part of Gang Starr, as well as a number of solo albums. His lyrics often focused on social issues, and he is credited as one of the first artists to combine elements of jazz and hip-hop. Although Guru found some success on the Billboard charts, his influence far exceeds his commercial success. He was truly a legend in the hip-hop community, and it is safe to say he will be missed.
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