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I was very young at the time, and I mainly appreciated their vocal qualities, even though I was already living as they did - as black performers in a white world. Bobby Short appreciateblacklive Change image and share on social
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When I have a creative insight, there is a high. I think back in the day, I made music as much as I did because it made me feel so good. I think you could argue that there is a creative addiction - but, you know, the healthy kind. Lauryn Hill addictionargueback share on social
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