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Rap is confident about her great rapping skills, but she’s not egotistical though. She employs some wordplay about being “Dope” by referencing Malcolm Adekanbi, the main character from the 2015 film Dope.
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Soulo continues from the previous line. All matter in the universe is made of atoms which are made out of protons, neutrons and electrons. All humans are thus united by them.
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This line is a reference to Kendrick Lamar’s hit song “Alright”. The song’s hook has become a frequently-used chant at civil rights protests across the U.S., especially in Black Lives Matter demonstrations.
You gon' hurt your back carrying them bags like that, that's a quote Rapsody – #Goals
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I'm only a Patriot if the flag got a paper plane fold Rapsody – #Goals
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The first line refers to former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe who played (93-01) for the New England Patriots. Hence the Patriot line that follows. Bledsoe wore the number 11 which Rap alludes to while describing her uniqueness.
In the same vein, she shows what team (Roc Nation) she’s down with by mentioning the famous folded plane logo.
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Thomas Mikal Ford passed away on October 12th, 2016. He was best known for his role as Martin’s best friend Tommy in the TV show Martin. To no surprise, much of the show’s cast are still great friends to this day.
I'mma tell all y'all I'm gonna (miss you) Rapsody (Ft. Raphael Saadiq) – Gonna Miss You
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Kobe Bryant retired from professional basketball at the end of his 20 year career. From his numerous championship rings and MVP awards to his stat accomplishments, his impact on basketball will be felt for ages. Has there ever been another player who got their own farewell tour?
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Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def) announced that he would retire from rap by the end of 2016. He is revered by rappers and fans alike for his unique voice and lyricism.
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Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest passed away on March 22,2016. Since Q-Tip and Phife were members of ATCQ and friends since childhood, Tip considers Phife as a brother and—along with the rest of the world—will miss him greatly.
Over the handouts, Rapsody (Ft. Raphael Saadiq) – Gonna Miss You
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On the Life of Pablo Tour, Kanye West performs on a suspended stage over his fans. Rap uses this clever reference to describe people who want to reap from the benefits of her success when they didn’t contribute to it.
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