"Keep It Real" is the second and final single released from Jamal's debut album '' Last Chance, No Breaks''. The song was produced by

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. "Keep It Real" was another minor success for Jamal, peaking at #17 on the

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and #76 on the

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Music video

The music video for "Keep it Real" was released in March 1996.

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and Redman make appearances in the video.

Single Track listing

A-Side

#"Keep It Real" (Radio Mix)- 3:24 #"Keep It Real" (Album Version)- 3:24 #"Keep It Real" (Instrumental)- 3:24 #"Keep It Real" (Acappella)- 3:22

B-Side

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