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“Looking at the original lyrics [of "A Song For You" ] as I was preparing it, I thought, "Wow! I feel like it was written for me." That's what a great song does. You don't have to do a lot of homework. You can just say the words and it springs to life.”

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Cheyenne Jackson

Cheyenne Jackson, born on July 12, 1975, is an American actor. He gained prominence on Broadway, particularly for his role as Mark Cohen in the musical 'Rent'. Jackson has also made a name for himself in film and television, appearing in movies like 'X-Men: The Last Stand' and the television series 'American Horror Story'. more

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