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“Sometimes people say yo do you think rap changed you. No doubt it changed me. If I wasn't making records I'd still be hanging every night.”

Quote by Rakim

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Rakim, born William Michael Griffin, is a highly influential American rapper and lyricist. Born on January 28, 1968, he gained prominence in the early 1990s with his unique rhythm and heartfelt lyrics. Rakim emerged in the early 1990s in the world of hip-hop, known for his distinctive style and emotive lyrics, and is considered one of the legends in the history of hip-hop music. more

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