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“Everything I do, I do it for somebody I've never met before, something in the great beyond. That's my primary relationship, really, is with something divine. I feel a connection as real with that as I've ever had with anybody on this earth.”

Quote by Lana Del Rey

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Lana Del Rey is an American singer-songwriter celebrated for her cinematic and nostalgic sound. Her evocative lyrics and distinctive vocal style, often incorporating jazz and blues elements, have earned her critical acclaim. Del Rey's music frequently delves into themes of romance, melancholy, and the American Dream. more

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