How can rap shape our identities as black men? London-based 'conscious' rapper and mental health advocate Shocka shares his expert thoughts! We also discuss the power of his easy-to-understand conscious lyrics, edifying people, how music shaped Shocka's self expression growing up, and the emotional/mental journey of navigating the music industry as a yute....

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