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I cant control what people think. Im not trying to manipulate peop

I cant control what people think. Im not trying to manipulate peoples thoughts or sentiments. I write all the time. You have to experience life, make observations, and ask questions. Its machine-like how things are run now in hip-hop, and my ambitions are different. – Mos Def

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African art is functional, it serves a purpose. Its not a dormant. Its not a means to collect the largest cheering section. It should be healing, a source a joy. Spreading positive vibrations. – Mos Def

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Bob Marley performed the One Love Peace concert in Jamaica with the two different warring political sides. Theres always been that in black music and culture in general. Its no surprise because black music is such a reflection of whats going on in black life. Its not unusual for hip-hop. – Mos Def

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Focused. Im a hustler. And my hustle is trying to figure out the best ways to do what I like without having to do much else. – Mos Def

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