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“The whole having records and selling records and being on TV, that was something that I didn't ever think would be for me. I thought that would be for other people. All I wanted to do was make a living playing the drums.”

Quote by Phil Collins

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Phil Collins (born January 30, 1951) is a renowned English musician, singer, songwriter, drummer, and record producer. He gained fame as the drummer and lead vocalist of the progressive rock band Genesis and achieved massive success as a solo artist. Known for his distinctive voice and emotionally charged performances, Collins' music spans pop, rock, soul, and adult contemporary. His iconic hits include 'In the Air Tonight,' 'Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now),' and 'Another Day in Paradise.' With over 100 million records sold worldwide, he has won multiple Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, and an Academy Award nomination. Collins is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 1980s and 1990s. more

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