How many Cassius will we see in one lifetime?
That's why it's Miles Davis, Kobe, it's Mike time

from Kanye West (Ft. Consequence & Talib Kweli) – Chain Heavy Lyrics on Rap Genius

Kanye West is paying respect to powerful black men who came before him. He’s asking how many black people out there will really fight for what they believe in; fight for their freedom and do good. It should be noted that all of these men have at one point or another been absolutely hated the public and press much like Kanye.

Trivia: Muhammad Ali was born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr.

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