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“I first heard "Heaven Without a Gun" when Kevin [Drew] sent it to me, and there was this kind of beauty about it. I don't live that much in the literal world, so you kind of have to see beyond the veil of what you're being shown sometimes. To me, that's such a beautiful, wonderful sentiment.”

Quote by Andy Kim

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Andy Kim, born on December 5, 1946, is a Korean-born American singer. His musical career began in the 1960s, and he is known for his pop and rock music. Kim achieved success in both Korea and the United States and is celebrated for his versatility and musical talent. more

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