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“Bono told me how to dance in high heels and he also told me about U2's Glastonbury performance and how everything that could have possibly gone wrong went wrong, including him ripping his trousers on stage. I think he was lunging and his trousers ripped! He was telling me how he had to find a new way of performing that didn't involve moving.”

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Florence Welch is a renowned British musician known for her distinctive voice and artistic style. Born on August 28, 1986, she has made significant achievements in the music industry with her passion for music. more

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