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01 Introduction
So u wanna be an MC?
"Don't be afraid of experimentation. Listen to your favourite MCs or rappers, but don't imitate them."
MC Donae'o
Well it's gonna take time, x amount of dedication, a whole lot of practice and the chances are, success won't come overnight.
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