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“When I collaborated with Nelly Furtado, the idea for the song structure came from myself, but the lyrics and the ideas behind the songs came from her.”

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Paul Oakenfold, born on August 30, 1963, is a renowned record producer from the United Kingdom. He is best known for his contributions to the electronic dance music genre and as a respected DJ, with a vast fan base around the world. more

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