Guru: Biography, Facts and Career
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Keith Edward Elam (July 17, 1961 – April 19, 2010), better known by his stage name Guru, was an American rapper, record producer and actor. He was a member of the hip-hop duo Gang Starr, along with DJ Premier. He was born in Boston. In 2012, About.com placed him No. 49 on their list of Top 50 MCs of Our Time, and The Source ranked him No. 30 on their list of Top 50 Lyricists of All Time, saying "Guru dropped some of the most thoughtful rhymes on wax". Guru died on April 19, 2010, from myeloma at age 48.
Quick facts about Guru
- Full name: Guru
- Born: 1961-07-17
- Nationality: United States
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q974795
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Who is Guru?
Keith Edward Elam (July 17, 1961 – April 19, 2010), better known by his stage name Guru, was an American rapper, record producer and actor.
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Guru is United States.
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Guru was born on 1961-07-17.
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