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“You know, when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1997 I realized I had spent too long arranging my attitude.”

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Carly Simon is an influential American singer-songwriter, born on June 25, 1945. Her musical career began in the 1960s, and she is known for her distinctive voice and profound lyrics. Simon gained widespread recognition for her personal style and emotionally charged songs, with hits such as 'You're So Vain' and 'Anticipation'. more

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