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Killer Mike - Toy Cars, Community Groups and Grandma Bettie Clonts
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In this week’s episode of Before They Knew Better, the one and only Killer Mike joins us fresh from receiving a whopping three GRAMMY nominations to reminisce on his childhood in Atlanta, before become a bona fide rap legend. From his first teenage community activism groups, to his lifelong love of muscle cars, via some choice cartoon recommendations, it’s truly a conversation of many colours. Enjoy!
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