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“Obviously I got known for some other songs early on, and some of those were rock'n'roll songs. Some of them were melodic pop songs. And I've done lots of different things, as you know, but every so often I get drawn back.”

Quote by Elvis Costello

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Elvis Costello, born Declan Patrick MacManus, is a British singer-songwriter. He was born on August 25, 1954. Known for his unique musical style and profound lyrics, Costello is a prominent figure in the rock and pop music genres. more

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