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“Some of my songs are like dreams, and when you go to sleep at night you don't know if you're gonna have a dream or what you're gonna dream about.”

Quote by Buffy Sainte-Marie

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Buffy Sainte-Marie

Buffy Sainte-Marie is a highly respected singer-songwriter, born on February 20, 1941. She is recognized for her influential work in music, particularly for her contributions to folk and Native American music. Sainte-Marie's career spans over five decades, during which she has released numerous albums and has written many hit songs. more

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