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Why The Contradictions Of XXXTentacion Are 'Difficult To Square'

XXXTentacion performs during Rolling Loud Festival in Miami in 2017. The rapper was shot and killed on June 18, 2018. Miami Herald via Getty Images hide caption

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Why The Contradictions Of XXXTentacion Are 'Difficult To Square'

Music critic Lindsay Zoladz explains how and why music fans are grappling with the art and violent life of Florida rapper XXXTentacion, following his murder.

Why The Contradictions Of XXXTentacion Are 'Difficult To Square'

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XXXTentacion, Controversial 20-Year-Old Rapper, Shot And Killed

Rapper XXXTentacion performing at Rolling Loud Festival in Miami, Fl. in May 2018. The South Florida rapper was shot and killed on June 18, 2018. Justin James Agoncillo hide caption

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XXXTentacion, Controversial 20-Year-Old Rapper, Shot And Killed

The Floridian first gained attention in 2016, when his SoundCloud single "Look At Me" went viral. He released two popular albums after, but was awaiting trial on charges brought by an ex-girlfriend.

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