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“You see, you just don't know I'm here to give you my heart And you want some fashion show”

Quote by Jim Carroll

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Jim Carroll
Jim Carroll

Jim Carroll, an American author, poet, and actor, was born on August 1, 1949, and passed away on September 11, 2009. He is best known for his autobiographical novel 'The Basketball Diaries,' which chronicles his transformation from a street kid to a poet. more

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