Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker (3/29)

Yolanda "Yo-Yo" Whitaker

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Yo-Yo is a Grammy-nominated rapper and actress. Much of her music has advocated female empowerment, denouncing the frequent sexism found in hip-hop music. She is the protege of gangsta rapper Ice Cube. Yo-Yo dubbed her crew the IBWC, which stood for the Intelligent Black Woman’s Coalition. Yo-Yo recently opened up the YoYo School of Hip Hop in Leimert Park offering programs designed to teach low-income children dance, video and music production.

Web: http://www.yoyofearless.com
Twitter: @OfficialYoYo
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