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Talib Kweli of the rap duo Black Star, photographed performing in New York City on July 22, 2017. Bryan Bedder/Getty Images hide caption

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Talib Kweli on Black Star's return: 'We stand tall on the shoulders of our ancestors'

Talib Kweli discusses the return of Black Star after 24 years, including a return to some of the duo's foundational themes — black excellence, unity, Pan-Africanism and the raising of consciousness.

Talib Kweli of the rap duo Black Star, photographed performing in New York City on July 22, 2017. Bryan Bedder/Getty Images hide caption

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Talib Kweli on Black Star's return: 'We stand tall on the shoulders of our ancestors'

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