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Why Heavy D. Matters

Michael A. Gonzales, Complex, 10 November 2011

Though many remember him as "the overweight lover," Heavy D was much more than one of hip-hop's first pop stars. He made some of his most important moves behind-the-scenes. And even after his untimely death, Hev's lasting influence on the game remains undeniable.

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