The late great J Dilla was honored on his 50th birthday by Busta Rhymes, Common, DJ Premier, and more.

Busta said in his post, “HAPPY 50 TO THE GREATEST TO EVER DO IT @officialjdilla. MY FAVORITE PRODUCER EVER AND ONE OF MY FAVORITE MC’S EVER!! I WILL FOREVER REPRESENT YOU THROUGH MY WORK, KING!!”

Common said, “There isn’t a day that goes by that my life isn’t moved and touched by what you brought to it. Thank you, my great brother, for blessing me and the planet with your gifts, your artistry and your genius.”

DJ Premier added, “HAPPY BORN DAY DILLA DAWG.”

How would you like to be remembered by your loved ones?