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Jul 2020
12m 3s

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CBC
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One of the most popular rappers in America isn’t American. But this podcast isn’t really about him. Drake’s success is a culmination of many unheard moments, songs, and artists that made hip-hop and Black music the dominant cultural force it is today. This podcast digs into those stories. For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radi ... Show More
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