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“Only America makes you feel that everybody wants to be like you. That's what success is: Everybody wants to be like you.”

Quote by Ornette Coleman

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Ornette Coleman

Ornette Coleman, born on March 9, 1930 and died on June 11, 2015, was an influential American jazz saxophonist and composer. Known for his revolutionary approach to jazz and contributions to the genre, Coleman is celebrated as one of the pioneers of free jazz. His musical career spanned over five decades, profoundly impacting the development of jazz music. more

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