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“I bought all my friends guitars and I had a good time with my money. But then one day the IRS came knocking.”

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Janis Ian is an American singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and profound lyrics. Born on April 7, 1951, Ian's musical career began in the 1960s, and she gained significant success with her song 'At Seventeen' in 1967, which made her a representative figure of the youth rebellion culture. Ian's musical style is diverse, ranging from folk to pop and rock. Her song 'At Seventeen' won the Grammy Award in 1967, making her the first teenager to receive the award. more

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