They also founded NIA Records, which launched their groundbreaking club/dance hits "Hooked on Your Love" and "Release Yourself". This same independent record label would also be pivotal in kick-starting the careers of several legendary hip-hop artists, namely Marley Marl and the Wu-Tang Clan. After the death of his twin Tunde Ra in 2014, TaharQa still continues to be active in humanitarian efforts through his Hip-Hop for Humanity organization.
