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“I've always been making up my own restrictions for myself, from day one, and it's compelling, because it forces me to think. That's always been a driving force for me.”

Quote by Jack White

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Jack White, born John Anthony White, is an American singer-songwriter and music producer. Known for his unique musical style and diverse artistic achievements, White gained worldwide fame with his band The White Stripes in the mid-1990s. The band's distinctive guitar playing and minimalist music style brought them significant success. Beyond his music career, White has ventured into film, art, and business, establishing Third Man Records, an independent record label dedicated to promoting independent music. more

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