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“If you're in music, you're in music, and if you're in music you just want to keep making records and playing. That's what it's about, isn't it? At least, that's what I always thought it was about, anyway.”

Quote by Paul Weller

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Paul Weller, born on May 25, 1958, is a renowned British musician. He was a member of the iconic bands The Style Council and The Jam, known for his unique musical style and significant influence on British popular music. more

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