Discover the story of the song > It Takes Two – Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock

The song It Takes Two was written and produced by the American hip-hop duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock. It was released as a single in 1988 and was included on their album It Takes Two, released the same year. The song was a huge commercial success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming the duo's first hit.

It Takes Two was written in response to a diss track called Double Trouble, produced by American rap duo Eric B. and Rakim. The Double Trouble song contained insults to Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock, and the duo decided to respond with their own track. It Takes Two is an upbeat and optimistic song, celebrating camaraderie and friendship. The song was an instant hit, and has been featured in several movies and commercials. It Takes Two has become one of the duo's most famous songs, and has been hailed as one of the best hip-hop songs of all time.