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“I love New York. New York made me the man that I am, and I always rep it to the fullest, but right now it's completely different from what it was and anybody that says it's for the better is straight up lyin'. Straight up lyin'!”

Quote by Phife Dawg

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Phife Dawg, born Tariq Trotter, was an American rapper, born on November 20, 1970, and passed away on March 22, 2016. He was a key member of the iconic hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest, known for his unique rhythm and style. more

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