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“You need bad things to make good things. It’s like with farming— if you want to grow a good crop, you need a lot of manure.”

Quote by Mike Watt

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Mike Watt, born on December 20, 1957, is a renowned bassist in the punk rock music scene. He is known for his unique musical style and artistic contributions. more

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