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“If you're in a band or think of yourself as a slightly creative person, you can get quite self-indulgent, so sometimes it's nice to have those people who bring you down to earth, but in a pleasant way.”

Quote by Jarvis Cocker

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Jarvis Cocker is a British musician born in September 1963. He is best known as the lead singer and lyricist of the band Pulp, whose music style blends rock, pop, and indie elements. Cocker is recognized for his distinctive voice and sense of humor, making him a significant figure in the British music scene. more

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