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Quote by Jerry Garcia

“All I know is, if you listen to society, you'll never get anywhere!”

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Jerry Garcia was a renowned American musician, known for his significant contributions to rock and bluegrass music. Born on August 1, 1942, and passing away on August 9, 1995, Garcia was the core member of the Grateful Dead band, leading them to become one of the most influential rock bands of the 1960s and 1970s. more

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