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I have enough rhythm to blend at this point. I have enough rhythm to blend one song into another. But man, I have such respect for the art of deejaying. I hesitate to even call myself a deejay.

Talib Kweli

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Talib Kweli
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: October 3
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