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“You don't think it was because a white man wrote it, a black man wrote it, a green man wrote it. What-doesn't make a difference!”

Quote by Cab Calloway

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Cab Calloway was an American jazz singer, bandleader, and actor, born on December 25, 1907, and died on November 18, 1994. He was known for his unique performance style and iconic trombone playing, and was a significant figure in jazz during the 1930s and 1940s. more

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