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“I didn't think it was fair to my music to label me as the daughter of somebody - I didn't think it described me very well and I didn't think it had anything to do with my music.”

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Norah Jones
Norah Jones

Norah Jones, born on March 30, 1979, is a renowned American singer-songwriter. Her musical style blends jazz, pop, and blues elements, and she is known for her distinctive voice and emotive performances. Jones has achieved great success in the music industry, winning multiple Grammy Awards and having several platinum albums. more

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