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“I've been able to be a part of every movement in music over the last several decades. The only one that I haven't been involved in so much is hip-hop, which I chose not to be involved in because it felt like I would be what they called "perpetrating." It felt like hip-hop was so much of its own culture and that I was not part of that culture.”

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Nile Rodgers is a renowned musician known for his unique musical style and contributions to rock music. Born in September 1952, he is a founding member of the iconic band Chic, which achieved massive success in the 1970s and 1980s. Rodgers is celebrated for his innovative guitar playing and music production skills, which have had a profound impact on popular music. more

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