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“I'm always concerned about marketing or commercial philosophies. I can't feel good about having my name on a bottle of perfume that comes from a factory making perfume with all the same ingredients as every other perfume. I can't feel good about a factory overseas polluting the air for something with my name on it. I'm okay with music - because it's digital or a CD. My music is my emotion in a bottle. But how is a perfume supposed to reflect me? How is a sweatshirt supposed to represent me?”

Quote by Nelly Furtado

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Nelly Furtado is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her unique musical style and diverse range of musical works. Born on December 2, 1978, she gained international prominence in the early 2000s. Furtado's music blends various genres, including pop, electronic, Latin, and African music, making her a distinctive voice in the global music scene. more

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