As a way to honor the big hype man and radio personality Fatman Scoop, revered performers from hip hop and B music, have come out in a show of tribute. Missy Elliott, Questlove and Ludacris are just some of the artists who went on social media and interviews to cross-examine Scoop’s contribution to the industry and appreciate it.
She enjoyed working with him. Missy Elliott who worked with Fatman Scoop on the memorable hit “Lose Control” appreciated his vigor. “It was like catching a lightning in a bottle, working with Scoop,” Elliott posted on her Instagram profile. “He brings a level of energy to the songs that is hard to describe. He is practically turning every song into an anthem. His presence is quite notable even at the time of writing.”
However, in a recent podcast, Questlove, the drummer and lead singer of the band The Roots, had similar comments. ” Fatman Scoop has this very unique gift of reaching the audience from deep within ,” he said. “His tone is associated with festivities and oneness. You can be in a club or a line for a festival and once he comes on, you know it is time to party.” Ludacris joined other performers in recognizing artists by reposting a classic video in which Fatman Scoop made a guest performance. “This man does know how to get a crowd hyped up, then this one simply does not,” Ludacris abused the post.
Other contemporaries of the artist such as Ciara and Busta Rhymes also participated in the tribute, telling the crowd fun stories from their times spent in the company of Scoop. Among them was Ciara who spoke about the great energy that was in the room during the time of recording sessions saying, “Scoop brings a vibe that cannot be contained at all. He takes everything that he comes in contact with to new heights.”
The admiration showered on him reveals Fatman Scoop’s sustained importance in the constantly changing world of music. With his distinctive voice and remarkable ring-leader abilities, he has managed to become one of the cultural veterans with cross-generation influence.
It is in appreciation of these kinds of words that Fatman Scoop responded through, with thanks from both fellow artists and fans. “I am happy to be part of this wonderful culture,” he tweeted. “Tremendous appreciation for all the concern over the years and the care. The road goes on!”
It comes across clearly from those who have met that as much as this will serve as a reflection on the life, and of course the lifetime of Fatman Scoop, it is apparent that it will reverberate and inspire a century from now.
