OBIT: Shock G, Humpty Hump Rapper

Shock G, Humpty Hump Rapper and Frontman of Digital Underground, Dead at 57
LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 14: Music artist Shock G attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “All Eyez On Me” at the Westwood Village Theatres on June 14, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/WireImage)

Gregory Edward Jacobs, known professionally as Shock G (and his alter ego Humpty Hump), was an American musician, rapper, and lead vocalist for the hip hop group Digital Underground. He was responsible for Digital Underground’s “The Humpty Dance”, 2Pac’s breakthrough single “I Get Around”, and co-producer of 2Pac’s debut album 2Pacalypse Now.

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You just know they are doing the Humpty Hump dance along the rainbow bridge this week.

People.com – Shock G, Humpty Hump Rapper and Frontman of Digital Underground, Dead at 57

“Our son, brother and friend, Gregory Jacobs, also known as Shock G, suddenly passed away today,” his family said in a statement provided to PEOPLE. “The cause of death is currently unknown. We truly, truly appreciate all the out-pouring of love and concern. Please keep us in your prayers at this very difficult time.”

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Let’s spin some Shock G today and remember getting down with the Digital Underground back in the day.

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