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" I don't just throw out microwave records. "

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" What I love about Kanye is that he doesn't fit the mould either. He does what he feels. "

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" Rule number one in negotiating anything with Missy is never try and run me over. Never push me, because I am a very strong woman. I'm nice, but I'm very strong. When it gets down gritty, I can get grittier. Never, ever underestimate me. "

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" Music should be your escape. "

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" I always feel the need to work as if I don't have a deal, because that's what's going to keep me around for a long time. "

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