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“I've never done a video where I feel like the images have anything to do with my song, except in the most vague way possible, because I feel like the song is its own complete thing. But ideally, a song is a complete sphere like the Earth, where if you were an alien with a huge, huge finger, you could stick your finger into the middle of the ocean and make an impression on it. It’s not an impregnable sphere, but it is a sphere.”

Quote by Will Oldham

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Will Oldham, born on January 15, 1970, is a renowned singer-songwriter known for his unique musical style that blends folk, rock, and blues elements. His music has gained widespread acclaim and has had a significant impact on the independent music scene. more

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