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“If you want to say you got to take a woman out to a fancy restaurant, I write songs about hey I'm not taking you to a fancy restaurant, I wanna take you to McDonald's.”

Quote by Kool Keith

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Kool Keith, born Terrence Keith Covan, is an American rapper and music producer. Born in October 1966, he is known for his unique rap style and innovative lyrics. Kool Keith rose to prominence in the early 1990s, collaborating with DJ Premier to form the influential rap duo Ultramagnetic MCs. His music spans various genres, including hardcore rap, underground rap, and experimental rap. more

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