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Lupita Nyong'o's Hidden Talent: A Rapper's Flow

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 10 October 2019.

On October 10, 2019, Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o showcased her hidden talent as a rapper on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

She introduced her alter-ego as a rapper, embracing her nickname 'Troublemaker' given to her by rapper Common.

Before starting her rap, Nyong'o said, 'I was baptized Troublemaker by Common, so I feel like it's legit. And rapping is something I do in the car.'

Her rap included a mention of the queen Beyoncé, a nod to their shared appreciation for black culture and identity.

As seen in her song 'Brown Skin Girl', Nyong'o expressed gratitude towards Beyoncé and her husband Jay-Z for their support.

Check out the rest of Lupita's freestyle below:

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