Rapper Melvin “Magoo” Barcliff was already a well-known personality in the music industry for hip-hop who stole the hearts of many people through his over-the-mark performances. But, his name appeared in the headlines for his death on 13 August 2023.
Born in Burlington, Ontario, Magoo mastered guitar skills and had a soul-stirring voice. Rap grabbed his attention when he heard it at six or seven. After that, only Magoo’s death took them apart. As a gifted songwriter, Magoo wrote according to his experiences to connect with numerous people. Moreover, his skills got nourished after he joined hands with Timbaland.
According to Magoo’s statement in an interview, he considered rap more direct, raw, and genuine. For him, rap was the communication medium resembling news in the newspaper. He worked for some music records with Timbaland and stepped out of the limelight, for some time, after getting tired.
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Magoo Rapper’s Career
Magoo Rapper got three studio albums released. The first was ‘Welcome to Our World,’ released in 1997, which got RIAA Platinum certification. The second was Indecent Proposal, released in 2001, while the third was Under Construction, Part II, released in 2003. The third album was a sequel to Under Construction, Missy Elliott‘s fourth album.
Magoo was a part of the music video, We At It Again, from the album Romeo Must Die. The music video got directed by Chris Robinson. Magoo signed deals with the music albums such as Atlantic, Insomniac/Interscope Records, Mosley Music Group, and Background.
The famous duo, Timbaland & Magoo, met for the first time during their teenage. Their most notable song was ‘Up Jumps Da Boogie’ from the first album. They made guest appearances in Board Meeting, What ‘Cha Talkin’ About, Warped, and Magoo Verse.
Magoo Rapper Net Worth
Magoo Rapper’s Net Worth was $2 million (as of August 2023), and most income came from his career in rap songs, the music industry, and his performances with Timbaland and other artists. He made a lot through royalties, entrepreneurship, and released songs.
Magoo’s monthly income was more than $14,000, and annual, more than $0.1 million. His net worth was $1.9 million in 2022, $1.8 million in 2021, $1.7 million in 2020, $1.6 million in 2019, and $1.5 million in 2018.
He earned $356,000 from his second studio album, Indecent Proposal. Besides music, Magoo got involved in performing with Justin Timberlake and Madonna for a production company. He invested in business and real estate. He did not get back when it came to donations.
Magoo donated to Make-A-Wish Foundation (a non-profit body that helps children under twelve to fight critical health issues in America), The American Cancer Society (a voluntary nationwide health organization that helps cancer patients and their families through funding), and the Boys & Girls Club Of America (it shapes American youth’s future by offering voluntary after-school programs).
Magoo inspired his fans by admitting how he liked to give back to the community in an interview. He wanted to help the people wishing to do something positive in their lives and see them succeed.
Magoo Rapper’s Death
Digital Black, RnB music star, publicly announced fifty-year-old Magoo’s death on his Instagram page on 13 August 2023. According to Meco Barcliff, Magoo’s wife, he suffered from health issues one week before his death.
It is said that he died of a heart attack, though more information related to his death is not shared. Moreover, he had asthma. Magoo had a wife, Meco Barcliff, while the number of children he had was unknown because he did not like to disclose his personal life before the media. He had collaborated with Ginuwine for G. Thang.
Ginuwine lost his three friends recently, and now, it was Magoo. Ginuwine remembers their brotherhood and love. He expects to meet Magoo in his afterlife as he cannot handle the pain of losing one more friend, and he hates going through it. Ginuwine shared blessings and condolences to Magoo’s family. Magoo also got several tributes on social media.
