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Im one of those guys a lot of people watch, imitate, and then make it seem like they were the ones who did it first
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"I'm one of those guys a lot of people watch, imitate, and then make it seem like they were the ones who did it first"

- Jermaine Dupri

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In this quote, Jermaine Dupri is acknowledging his impact and influence on others. He explains himself as someone who is continuously being observed and copied by others. However, he likewise acknowledges that many people try to take credit for his ideas and actions, making it appear like they were the ones who created it initially. This could be viewed as a commentary on the music industry, where artists typically obtain from each other and claim ownership of concepts. It also speaks with the concept of originality and how it can be tough to identify who really created an idea or concept. In general, Dupri's words highlight the complicated nature of creativity and impact in the home entertainment world.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jermaine Dupri somewhere between September 23, 1972 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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