Kanye West performing in 1996

Back before Mr. West was the international phenomenon that he is today, the Chicago emcee of

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Back before Mr. West was the international phenomenon that he is today, the Chicago emcee of course had to pay his dues just like everyone else, spitting at local spots in order to gain exposure. The above footage highlights Yeezy on stage back in 1996 in his native Chicago. Press play to witness pre-Yeezus Kanye.

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