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“[Calling you a] star is just a trick. It's like a straw man thing. They [people] set you up just to knock you over. It's bull. You avoid it, I avoid it.”

Quote by David Crosby

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David Crosby, born on August 14, 1941, is a renowned guitarist. He is a founding member of the iconic American rock band Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, known for his distinctive musical style and heartfelt singing voice. more

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