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YoungstaCPT
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Riyadh Roberts, with stage moniker YoungstaCPT, is a talented rapper, lyricist and songwriter from South Africa. YoungstaCPT began his music career in 2010 and quickly gained recognition for his unique style and socially conscious lyrics. He released 30 mixtapes, six EPs, and two collaborative albums before dropping his debut solo album, "3T Things Take Time", which was an instant hit and it earned him an award. YoungstaCPT is widely regarded as one of the most outspoken South African rappers of his generation.
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