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I was a jazz major in high school, in an all-jazz band. No matter what I do, it features my musical influences.

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Wyclef Jean
Age: 55
Born: 1969
Born: October 17
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Respect, my brother, nothing but respect, man.
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Once you're done in hip-hop, you're done.
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I grew up in a Caribbean family household, so the parents are always right. My father smacked me up til I was 20. It was a strict household.
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I know that the nice shines I have on is going to pass. The nice cars will pass. All that will stay is the music and the work. That's where I get the inspiration to help people out and work
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