[Scott M]

While working in Detroit, I've noticed black kids - and white kids - who've pulled one pant leg almost up to their knee. Is this some symbol?

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[T.R.]

You're talking about an urban fad (and a pretty long-standing one, too) established by the rapper/actor L.L Cool J. There is no 'why' behind it, I don't think, even though it is usually the right pants leg that is rolled up, and all bike riders know that this is leg that h often gets caught up in the gears.

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[Robert29541]

It's based on a fashion statement by Hip-Hop artist LL Cool J. He's always said that it symbolizes his desire to get a leg up on the competition.

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