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My son Darrel could recite 'Straight Outta Compton' at two years old. He loved it! You can expose your kids to anything as long as you sit there and explain it to them.

Ice Cube

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Ice Cube
Age: 55
Born: 1969
Born: June 15
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The real is always presented. That hardcore record or movie is not needed in the hood, because it's already there. You can see it with your own eyes.
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It's easier for me to get comedies made because of my track record. Everybody needs to find their niche. I love dramas, but I understand that I am still just a young man in moviemaking. I know there will be some time to get back to that.
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I still enjoy doing music. I'm not going to stop doing it, and doing it the way that I feel it should be done.
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A bird in the hand is worth more than a Bush.
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Do I gotta go sell me a whole lotta crack for decent shelter and clothes on my back?
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