American rapper (1968–2004) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Russell Tyrone Jones (November 15, 1968 – November 13, 2004), better known by his stage name Ol’ Dirty Bastard was an American rapper. He was best known for being one of the founding members of the rap group Wu-Tang Clan. As a solo artist, he had released two studio albums.
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Born | Russell Tyrone Jones November 15, 1968 New York City, U.S. |
Died | November 13, 2004 35) (aged New York City, U.S. |
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Years active | 1992–2004 |
Children | 7[1] or 13[2] |
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Formerly of | Wu-Tang Clan |
Jones was an African American who had 3 children. He had problems with drug addiction, meaning he could not stop taking them. He also broke the law a lot. His convictions included attempted assault and using cocaine.[3]
Jones died on November 13, 2004 due to an accidental drug overdose of a mixture of cocaine and prescription drug Tramadol, just two days before his 36th birthday.
Grammy Awards
Year | Nominated work | Award | Result |
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1996 | Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version | Best Rap Album | Nominated |
1998 | Wu-Tang Forever (with Wu-Tang Clan) | Best Rap Album | Nominated |
1999 | "Ghetto Supastar (That Is What You Are)" (with Pras and Mýa) | Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group | Nominated |
Ol' Dirty Bastard released two studio albums before his death:
Year | Album |
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1995 | Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version |
1999 | Nigga Please (also N***a Please) |
Ol' Dirty Bastard had 3 singles during his career:
Year | Single |
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1999 | Brooklyn Zoo |
1995 | Shimmy Shimmy Ya |
1999 | Got Your Money (featuring Kelis) |
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