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Mos Def was a contemporary American rapper. Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, is an American rapper, singer, and actor. A prominent figure in conscious hip hop, he is recognized for his use of wordplay and commentary on social and political issues, such as police brutality, American exceptionalism, and the status of African Americans in the United States. Read more on Wikipedia →

Themes

  • Motivation — Powerful words to drive action and perseverance
  • Time — Reflections on the passage of time and how we spend it
  • Wisdom — Timeless insights drawn from experience and reflection

More quotes by Mos Def

“That idea of peace and love toward humanity shouldn't be nationalistic or denominational. It should be a chief concern for all mankind.”
— Mos Def
Peace Humanity Idea

“I know what it feels like to have the door slammed firmly in my face, so I'm cool with that.”
— Mos Def
Door Face Know

“I guess something that you love to do, you gotta ease up off it and give it a little space, come back and be fresh to it.”
— Mos Def
Love You Little

“Everything's got space between it, the planets, trees, your eyes. Your eyes get too close together, it's a whole different world. You can lose perspective.”
— Mos Def
Eyes Together World

“I feel like I was the only person who was capable of making this type of music in this type of way. I don't rap like nobody, I don't try to sound like nobody.”
— Mos Def
Way Try Person

“I come from a family of very devout, praying people. That idea of peace and love toward humanity shouldn't be nationalistic or denominational. It should be a chief concern for all mankind.”
— Mos Def
Love Peace Humanity
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