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“There're lots of musicians in my family, too. My mother sings incredibly well. I've got to make a record with my mother's voice on it. She sings a lyric soprano. We do the opposite. I'm a baritone. She's a star singer in her church. She always does her solo.”

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Grace Jones, born in May 1948, is a renowned Jamaican singer, actress, and model. Known for her unique musical style and iconic fashion image, she is a pioneer in the disco and punk music genres. Grace Jones' musical career began in the 1970s, and she has since blended various musical styles, including disco, funk, rock, and electronic music. Her representative works include 'Nipple Dance', 'She's Lost Control', and 'Private Life'. more

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