7 Mile is like an Ave. Back in the days it was poppin’ in the summer time.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that 7 Mile, which is a street, is similar to a busy avenue. In the past, 7 Mile was a lively and popular place, especially during the summer months. The quote suggests that 7 Mile was a thriving and bustling area, full of energy and activity, during those earlier times.
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7 Mile is like an Ave. Back in the days it was poppin’ in the summer time.
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Working with 50 Cent was great, you know what Im saying? It was just great to work with 50 Cent.
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Downloading songs is not good.
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