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Bad Rap

06/29/05
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(BBC) Actor and musician Will Smith will urge fellow black rappers to become better role models when he co-hosts the Black Entertainment Television Awards (BET).

Smith, who won his first rap Grammy in 1988, wants hip-hop artists to shift away from violent themes.

"The kids that are making these trends, making these songs, don't understand the level of effect that black Americans have around the world. [see full story for more] - Click here for the Full Story

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