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“One man's ceiling is another man's floor.”

Quote by Paul Simon

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Paul Simon, born on October 13, 1941, is a renowned American musician and songwriter. His musical career began in the 1960s with the art rock band Simon & Garfunkel, during which he wrote many classic songs, such as 'Sound of Silence' and 'The Sound of Silence'. Simon's musical style blends folk, rock, and world music elements, and his works have had a profound impact in the music industry. more

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