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Is Memphis Bleek Really From Memphis?

By Teresa R. Simpson, About.com

Question: Is Memphis Bleek Really From Memphis?
Answer: No. Memphis Bleek, born Malik Cox, is from New York City. The "Memphis" in his name is reportedly an acronym for "Making Easy Money Pimping Hoes in Style."

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