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“I don't like my language watered down, I don't like my edges rounded off.”

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Ani DiFranco is an American singer-songwriter celebrated for her independent spirit and political activism. She began her music career in the early 1990s, releasing her first album at the age of 21. DiFranco's music often tackles social and political issues, and she is renowned for her poetic lyrics and acoustic guitar playing. more

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