"I was doing the wrong thing, at the time I thought I was doing the right thing. It's like if you're dealing with somebody who is high on drugs, they can look back at it and say, "Wow, I was destroying myself." But during the period, they think they're doing the right thing. You just have to let the smoke clear so you can see the whole picture."

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Ice T

Rapper, Actor

Ice T is a rapper, actor, and author known for his impactful contributions to hip-hop and his role in addressing social issues through his art.

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