I need to be surrounded by people as passionate and as dedicated as I am.

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Lauryn Hill wants to be around people who care just as much as she does about what they do. She wants to work with others who put in the same amount of effort and enthusiasm that she does. Lauryn believes that being surrounded by people who share her level of passion and commitment will help her be her best.

About Lauryn Hill

Lauryn Hill is an acclaimed American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for her innovative style and groundbreaking achievements. She rose to fame as the frontwoman of the hip-hop group Fugees before launching a successful solo career, winning numerous Grammy Awards and cementing her status as one of the greatest female artists of all time.

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