Check out the lyrics of Beat Without Bass by Freekey Zekey, a high-energy hip-hop track with bold verses and catchy rhythm.

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Ari Melber's path to the anchor desk of MSNBC's The Beat is as unique as the show itself. His journey –– weaving together legal expertise, a deep-seated passion for hip-hop, and a keen ...