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The woman who accused JAY-Z of rape is now heard in an audio recording admitting that the music mogul didn't assault her and it was her lawyer who pushed her to file a lawsuit. According to ABC News, the woman was speaking to two private investigators when she revealed her statement in the recording. 'He… Continue reading JAY-Z Accuser Heard In Audio Saying Assault Never Happened

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