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“There are a lot of people who call themselves teachers or leaders, but they're really just propagandists.”

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Mos Def, born Yasiin Bey, is an American actor, rapper, and music producer. Born on December 11, 1973, in New York City, Mos Def has made significant achievements in both the music and acting industries, known for his unique artistic style and profound social consciousness. more

“You have to be an extremist to believe that you're gonna be the president of the United States and your name is Barack Hussein Obama! And he's using extreme methods, but his application is very smooth. Michelle Obama is extreme, her presence is extreme. And it's an extreme good. Extreme is not negative.”

Believe States Names President United United States Negative Method Extremes Barack Application Smooth Hussein Extremist

Author:Mos Def

“I know what it feels like to have the door slammed firmly in my face, so I'm cool with that.”

Knows Feels Faces Doors

Author:Mos Def

“When people say I don't see you enough, well just because you don't see me don't mean I don't exist or just 'cause you haven't heard me don't mean I haven't been making noise. But if I keep making noise, you'll pick up.”

People Ifs Wells Mean Enough Causes Heard Havens Picks Noise

Author:Mos Def

“If 'Life in Marvelous Times' can't get on the radio, then I don't need to be on the radio.”

Ifs Needs Radio Marvelous

Author:Mos Def