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“I'm light skinned, and I used to lean on that because that's something a lot of black people pride themselves on, and it's weird.”

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Chance the Rapper

Chance the Rapper, born Chancelor Bennett, is an American rapper and music producer known for his unique musical style and artistic expression, blending elements of hip-hop, gospel, and jazz. His music has gained widespread recognition, earning him numerous awards and multiple Grammy nominations. more

“I don't know where people think I'm from, but I'm from Chicago. It's really just that. People wanna romanticize it and say, 'There's two sides to it, and it's a beautiful love/hate story of violence and music.' But it's really just a very scummy place where people don't have respect for other people's lives.”

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Author:Chance the Rapper

“I don't really have control over my direct impression on people anymore. I used to be the person putting my CD in people's hands. But I'm kind of a mainstream artist now. Not by choice.”

People Kind Persons Hands Used Artist Choices Direct Impression Used To Be Mainstream Cds

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“I think it's so dope that I'm here in Chicago and contributing to the music scene that's thriving. People are so happy Chicago's shining that everyone is willing to say 'I represent Chicago.' That wasn't always the case.”

People Thinking Cases Willing Scene Shining Chicago Contributing Dope

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“It wasn't until I left that I realised it's not weird to grow up in certain cities and, by the age of 27 or 28, for all of your friends to still be alive. I can think of a lot of kids that I knew in Chicago who were supposed to grow up but didn't.”

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