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“If you want to write a love song, you need to not try to write it for a particular person in a particular situation. It needs to be vague, otherwise you're going to fall into trap after trap of trying to rhyme with somebody's name. Keep it vague.”

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Stephin Merritt
Stephin Merritt

Stephin Merritt is a talented singer-songwriter known for his unique musical style and profound lyrics. Since his birth in 1965, he has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to the independent music scene. more

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