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“Rock'n'roll is nothing but Boogie Woogie with stuff on top of it. And if you're black, they name it rhythm'n'blues, and if you're white, they name it rock'n'roll. So, I don't give a... You know.”

Quote by Ike Turner

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Ike Turner, born John Henry Turner, was an American musician, singer, and music producer. Born on November 5, 1931, and passing away on December 12, 2007, Turner was a significant figure in the development of rhythm and blues and rock and roll. He was known for his contributions to these genres and is recognized as one of the key figures in the history of rock music. more

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