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Meaning
He is saying it is uncommon for a music genre to be open enough for an artist from another genre to fully fit in and make a place there. The quote suggests respect for genres that welcome crossover artists. It also implies that being accepted in a new genre is something notable rather than easy.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Ne-Yo
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