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“My dad's family were political and he was always a theatrical creature, whereas my mum is really musical and her father was the touring pianist with Nat King Cole. My family was an explosive mixture of politics, religion and music - no wonder I turned out how I did.”

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Grace Jones, born in May 1948, is a renowned Jamaican singer, actress, and model. Known for her unique musical style and iconic fashion image, she is a pioneer in the disco and punk music genres. Grace Jones' musical career began in the 1970s, and she has since blended various musical styles, including disco, funk, rock, and electronic music. Her representative works include 'Nipple Dance', 'She's Lost Control', and 'Private Life'. more

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