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“I'm always writing ideas down and then I stick em in my pocket and put em in that folder so I don't lose them. Like, somebody might say something, and I'll go, oh that's a good line, and that goes in the folder, too. It's kind of an ongoing process for me.”

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Lucinda Williams
Lucinda Williams

Lucinda Williams is a renowned American singer-songwriter, born on January 26, 1953. Her musical style blends elements of country, blues, and rock, and she is known for her emotive voice and unique lyrics. more

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