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“I have an identity crisis which is not resolved because I'm a dual citizen. My whole family is American, and I was born in India but I was raised in Canada.”

Quote by Emily Haines

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Emily Haines, born on January 25, 1974, is a talented singer-songwriter known for her eclectic musical style, which blends elements of indie rock, electronic music, and pop. Renowned for her distinctive voice and profound lyrics, Haines' work has earned her acclaim in the music industry and among fans worldwide. more

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“I always felt like I had to leave Canada, which I think is a common perspective - feeling as if you have to leave because otherwise you'll be too soft, and that objective reality exists in America. And I'm starting to feel like that doesn't have to be the case.”

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“There are lots of people in the world whose existence doesn't revolve around American culture.”

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“In Canada there's an extensive grant system that really allows people to make their work without having to suffer that much, and I'm staring to come around on that, that maybe people don't have to suffer. Maybe you can just not be unhappy and make beautiful music in Canada, maybe that's ok.”

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“The things that I've seen where people are trying to change the definition of what a band has to be, those are the things that end up being inspiring.”

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“You don't want to be conscious of everything.”

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“Of course there are influences, of course there are things that are inspiring, but it's weird to think that I'm trying to keep a mental inventory of them and report them clearly to whomever might ask.”

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“You feel like you're trying to show off your cool by mentioning the five bands that you know are great and the five books that will reflect well on you. I can't do it. I should take the time to but I don't want to take the time to do that.”

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“I like the idea of interviews where you just talk about stuff instead of where it's my chance to talk to my public through something else.”

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“In my imaginary utopian world there would be a greater allegiance between music writers and musicians.”

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