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“The important thing for me is that I try to understand the culture. Everything I thought I knew about the country was either through TV, music, movies or hopping in and out when I did shows. You can't just get the US through being in Miami, LA and New York. Middle America is the place to understand real America.”

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Dizzee Rascal, born Derek O'Connor, is a British rapper and songwriter. Born on October 1, 1985, he is known for his unique musical style, which blends British street culture with hip-hop elements. His lyrics often tackle social issues, particularly youth culture and poverty. more

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