If I could just swallow my pride
But I can't run away or put my gun away

from Common (Ft. Kanye West) – The Food Lyrics on Rap Genius

For those accustomed to street life, specifically the fast money that drugs and crime may bring, it is hard to become part of the rat race and get a “normal” job. Kanye gains stability, something those 3 kids need, but he now has to answer to a boss and most likely makes less as a trade off.

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