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Rick James, the famous funk rocker, passed away August 6, 2004, of what appeared to be natural causes. Rick James struggled with a cocaine addiction in his younger years, as well as numerous run-ins with the law. James saw a recent surge in his popularity due to several recent skits involving him on Dave Chappelle's "Chappelle's Show." James was scheduled to return to season three of Chappelle's Show.

Here's the famous sound clip from the show: I'm Rick James Bitch!

Rick James: actor, singer, icon, is survived by three children.