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Donald Mckinley Glover Jr., 38 Childish Gambino
The Artist Who Portrayed America Contradictions In A Music Video

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Photo by Rock Staar - Unsplash.com

America has been termed the land of dreams and opportunities. The American dream has been the goal of several around the world. Many people, especially from the African continent dream of making it to the great nation of America to explore better opportunities, to have a “better life”. The possibilities appear endless and their superficialities attractive. Through one man’s song released in 2018, a harsh reality was revealed that made several question the promise of a brighter future in America....

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