Showtime will premiere documentary on late rapper Biz Markie August 11

Former rapper Biz Markie was a pioneer to a lot of iconic hip hop artists that the world sees today. On August 11, Showtime will premiere Markie's documentary where he talks about hip hop and what it meant to him, as well as exclusive behind the scenes. interviews with his peers.

“Biz Markie is the pure essence of hip hop. He believed in, he lived it, he harnessed its powers,” said Jenkins. “Most people don’t know that he used those powers to power up some of the culture’s greatest poets and then some. I was fortunate to meet with Biz when he was alive so to have the opportunity to bring him back to life now that he isn’t here…it’s a special film.”

The documentary is a tale of an underdog, who showcased grit, determination, and a hunger to give than what was expected and to love people throughout obstacles.