R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, Family, friends, and fans were deeply saddened by
 1-2     the passing of record producer Robert Earl Davis, Jr., on November
 1-3     16, 2000, at the age of 30; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, Commonly known as "DJ Screw," Mr. Davis was renowned
 1-5     in hip-hop music circles for his unique production style, which
 1-6     involved slowing songs to half-speed or less, often merging
 1-7     multiple tracks and lyrics to create an inventive and original
 1-8     sound; and
 1-9           WHEREAS, His "screwed down" style brought to the forefront of
1-10     the music scene many rising rap stars, including such well-known
1-11     artists as Fat Pat, Lil' Keke, E.S.G., Yungstar, and Z-Ro;
1-12     acclaimed for his ability to manipulate every aspect of a record's
1-13     pitch and speed, Mr. Davis was often called on to produce a
1-14     "screwed" version of a new single to be released in conjunction
1-15     with the artist's original track; and
1-16           WHEREAS, A talented musician and promoter, Mr. Davis released
1-17     six full-length records and one single; among his most recognized
1-18     works are a trilogy titled 3 'N The Mornin', All Screwed Up, and
1-19     All Work, No Play; with the opening of Screwed Up Records and Tapes
1-20     in 1996, he also proved himself to be a successful businessman and
1-21     entrepreneur; and
1-22           WHEREAS, "DJ Screw" was recognized by many for changing the
1-23     face of Southern rap music, and his unique sound and innovative
1-24     techniques will be greatly missed by his many fans; now, therefore,
 2-1     be it
 2-2           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas
 2-3     Legislature hereby pay tribute to the life of Robert Earl Davis,
 2-4     Jr., and extend sincere sympathy to the members of his family; and,
 2-5     be it further
 2-6           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-7     prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of
 2-8     Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Robert
 2-9     Earl Davis, Jr.
                                                                      Wilson
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 226 was unanimously adopted by a
         rising vote of the House on April 5, 2001.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House