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“If you're going to be an artist, you have to create music that moves you, and to not try to fit in so much with what's happening around you. It's a career choice.”

Quote by Nikka Costa

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Nikka Costa is a talented singer-songwriter known for her unique voice and emotional performance style. Born on June 4, 1972, she has been influenced by soul, jazz, and funk, creating her own distinctive musical style. more

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