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Wyclef Jean on 7-album project "Quantum Leap"

Grammy Award-winning artist Wyclef Jean released a new single, "Mr. October," from his new album "Clef Notes," which comes out June 26. The album is the first installment of this seven-album project "Quantum Leap." Jean joins to discuss why he plans to release seven albums in one year and the story behind his new single.
May 29 (04:54)

TRANSCRIPT FOR: “WYCLEF JEAN EXPLAINS WHY HE'S RELEASING 7 ALBUMS IN A YEAR AND INSPIRATION BEHIND HIS MUSIC”

GAYLE KING:
00:03:39

People compare you to Bob Marley. Are you done with politics? Well, I'm done with running for president of Haiti. But what I want to focus on is better policies for the country. As a private sector man, I need great government so I can bring investment back to my country. Right? I have 30,000 farmers. I would like to start big business in my country. I want to be part of trade for trade. But we have to enforce the anti-corruption law. You've always rep for Haiti. Ever since I've known you, that's been front and center. You've put the country front and center. What do you think is the biggest misconception that people here in the United States have about Haiti? Good question. Well, I think the biggest misconception is Haiti is within the Americas. I think it's our contribution to America. Like, Haiti has contributed to America. I think when we look at the course of history, even we can't mention the Louisiana Purchase without mentioning the Haitians. So I want America to know that we're part of you. So it's important to know that.

GAYLE KING:
00:04:38

All right, Wyclef Jean, it's important. It is an honor to know you. I'm so glad you're here. Congratulations. Thank you.

GAYLE KING:
00:04:44

You are still killing it. Seven albums in one year. You heard me right. His song "Mr. October" is available starting today. The album Clef Notes comes out June 26.

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