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“I want to hear from the creature who isn't blessed with unbelievable good looks and incredible genes. I want to hear from the geek girl, the forgotten girl, the invisible girl and the miserable girl.”

Quote by Shirley Manson

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Shirley Manson, born on August 26, 1966, is a renowned musician known for her distinctive voice and strong personality. She is best known as the lead singer of the band Garbage, which has achieved significant success globally since the mid-1990s. more

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