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“I got very famous for a minute and then it just all went away, you know? And for the last 20 years - you've got to pick yourself up and dust yourself off and then go on your merry way and start again, in a sense, and that's what I've been doing.”

Quote by Colin Hay

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Colin Hay, born on June 29, 1953, is a renowned musician. His musical career began in the 1970s, and he is known for his unique folk style and heartfelt lyrics. Hay's hit songs such as 'I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)' and 'The Full Moon and Little Jim' have won the hearts of fans around the world. more

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