Rapper Rob Base, of the hip-hop duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock, died Friday, according to a statement posted to his official Instagram page. He turned 59 earlier this week.Base, whose real name is Rob Ginyard, died "surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer," according to the statement.The duo's breakout 1988 hit, "It Takes Two," spent 16 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 36. The song maintained its popularity over the years. The Black Eyed Peas and many other artists had sampled it, and it was featured in several movies, including "Love & Basketball" and "Iron Man 2.""Rob's music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions around the world," the statement said. "Beyond the stage, he was a loving father, family man, friend, and creative force whose impact will never be forgotten."Before the statement, Base most recently posted to his Instagram page on Monday, which marked his 59th birthday."God thank you for allowing me to see another year," he wrote.DJ E-Z Rock, who was born Rodney Bryce, died in 2014 from diabetes complications, according to reports.