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The Importance Of Kodak Black In The Song Letter
Kodak Black in the song, Letter conveys a message that he was thought: which ultimately mentored him and helped him with later decisions. The rap song is about a letter that Black received while he was incarcerated emphasized love and support from a close friend. The individual who wrote to him, Black thought highly off; although, they were in quite similar situations. The letter emphasizes importance of the message by saying: “this shit a lesson for you bro, pay attention” (Black). Throughout the song preaching the importance of staying focused on the goal.
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