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came to a close. Concerned that Rakim might abandon him, Eric B. refused to sign the release contract, leading to a protracted legal battle between him, Rakim, and the label. This situation led the duo to split up completely in 1992. After separating from Rakim, Eric B. released one solo album –
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in 2006, and the duo were nominated in 2011 for induction into the
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916:"The Rappin' Rocks On"
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