It's the African-American experience. You've got to wear different masks. When you're in the hood, if you stand out, you get picked on for being weak. Sometimes you have to hide your intelligence. In front of your boys, you might put on a bit of bravado, be a little bit tougher.
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"It's the African-American experience. You've got to wear different masks. When you're in the hood, if you stand out, you get picked on for being weak. Sometimes you have to hide your intelligence. In front of your boys, you might put on a bit of bravado, be a little bit tougher." — Michael B. Jordan
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It's the African-American experience. You've got to wear different masks. When you're in the hood, if you stand out, you get picked on for being weak. Sometimes you have to hide your intelligence. In front of your boys, you might put on a bit of bravado, be a little bit tougher. — Michael B. Jordan
About Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan was a Actor from United States (1987–present).
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Who said "It's the African-American experience. You've got to wear different masks. When…"?
This quote is attributed to Michael B. Jordan, a Actor from United States.
When did Michael B. Jordan live?
Michael B. Jordan lived from 1987 – present.