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“I always had an intelligence with me, I was always in the streets, I was always trying to do good. I was always looking for something to guide me. In the beginning church wasn't it.”

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Rakim, born William Michael Griffin, is a highly influential American rapper and lyricist. Born on January 28, 1968, he gained prominence in the early 1990s with his unique rhythm and heartfelt lyrics. Rakim emerged in the early 1990s in the world of hip-hop, known for his distinctive style and emotive lyrics, and is considered one of the legends in the history of hip-hop music. more

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