Rob Base and D.J. E-Z Rock were an American hip-hop duo from Harlem, New York. They rose to prominence in the late 1980s with their uniquely synthesized beats and catchy rap lyrics, becoming one of the pioneers of the hip-hop subgenre, hip-house. The duo is best known for their hit single "It Takes Two," a track that has gone on to become a staple in hip-hop culture due to its innovative fusion of hip-hop and house music. This influential work significantly contributed to shaping the soundscape of late 80s and early 90s hip-hop.