Always Has Been | ||||
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Released | 2003 | |||
Recorded | 1995–1997 | |||
Genre | Hip hop | |||
Length | 25:31 | |||
Label | Triple Threat Productions | |||
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Pitchfork | 6.4/10 [2] |
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