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The speaker says he does not focus on ranking himself against other rappers. Instead, he cares about making songs that listeners enjoy.
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Originally said in English.
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About Too Short
American rapper, late 1980s to present
Todd Anthony Shaw, known professionally as Too Short, is an American rapper and a key figure in West Coast hip-hop. He emerged in the late 1980s, when he was among the first artists in the style to gain wide recognition. His songs often deal with pimping, sex, drug culture, and survival on the streets. He is known for tracks such as “Blow the Whistle” and “The Ghetto,” and for having worked with both Tupac Shakur and the Notorious B.I.G. during the peak of their careers.
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