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Quote by Billie Holiday

“I never had a chance to play with dolls like other kids. I started working when I was six years old.”

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Billie Holiday, an American jazz singer, was born on April 7, 1915, and passed away on July 17, 1959. Known for her distinctive voice and emotional delivery, she is considered one of the greatest singers in the history of jazz. more

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Want Stills Hell Models Anorexics

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