Questlove (Ahmir Khalib Thompson) Quotes

I want the 'Roots' biopic to be animated - I see Charles Schulz drawing us. I think it would be more hilarious with the voices of children.

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• I want the 'Roots' biopic to be animated - I see Charles Schulz drawing us. I think it would be more hilarious with the voices of children.

  

  Questlove
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  • Drawing
  • Roots