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“There's gon' be some stuff you gon' see that's gon' make it hard to smile in the future. But through whatever you see, through all the rain and the pain, you gotta keep your sense of humor. You gotta be able to smile through all this bullshit. Remember that.”

Quote by Tupac Shakur

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Tupac Shakur, born on June 16, 1971, was an influential American rapper and actor. Known for his unique musical style and profound lyrics, he is considered one of the most talented artists in the history of rap music. Tragically, he was shot and killed on September 13, 1996, at the age of 25. more

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