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“You were at school and you were pimply and no one wanted to know you. You get into a group and you've got thousands of chicks there.”

Quote by Eric Clapton

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Eric Clapton, a British guitarist, singer, and songwriter, is hailed as the God of Guitar. Born on March 30, 1945, Clapton's musical career began in the 1960s, blending elements of blues, rock, and country music, which has had a profound impact on musicians of subsequent generations. more

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