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“I still consider myself a feminist.”

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Suzanne Vega (born July 11, 1959) is an American singer-songwriter known for her folk-rock style and socially conscious lyrics. Born in Santa Monica, California, and raised in New York City, she emerged in the mid-1980s with her self-titled debut album. Her 1987 album 'Solitude Standing' featured the hit 'Luka,' which addressed child abuse and became a global success. Vega's music blends folk, rock, and pop, with lyrics often exploring personal and social themes. She is considered a key figure in the 1980s folk revival and has influenced many female singer-songwriters. Her song 'Tom's Diner' was famously used in the development of the MP3 compression algorithm. more

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