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“There's not enough Ice Cubes out there. There's not enough Ice Cubes getting a chance to do their thing.”

Quote by Ice Cube

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Ice Cube, born O'Shea Jackson, is an American rapper, actor, and music producer. He was born on June 15, 1969, in Los Angeles. Ice Cube gained prominence in the early 1990s as a member of the rap group N.W.A, and later established himself as a solo artist with several successful albums. His music and film work are known for their sharp political and social commentary. more

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