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When I see people of my likeness, or who are somebody that I feel connected to, doing something great, I fee like I can do it. It gives me some hope and vision.
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Common
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: March 13
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The possibility of an Oscar is something I definitely think about and the fact that I can even say that is just a blessing. It's something I would be incredibly honored to be a part of.
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I appreciate this moment in time...ball players and actors be knowing my rhymes
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I am to hip-hop what Obama is to politics
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