I Self Devine
I Self Devine | |
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I Self Devine performing live in 2014 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Chaka Mkali |
| Also known as | Self One |
| Born | 1972 (age 52–53) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Origin | Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Genres | Twin Cities hip-hop |
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| Years active | 1995–present |
| Labels | Rhymesayers Entertainment |
Chaka Mkali (born 1972), better known by his stage name I Self Devine, is an American rapper from Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has been a member of groups such as the Dynospectrum, Micranots, and Semi.Official. In 2012, City Pages described him as "one of the most influential voices in Minnesota hip hop."