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We pride ourselves on trying to put on the best show we can and we're not afraid to say that we happen to be the best live band in the world.

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Billie Joe Armstrong
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: February 17
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I think it's your own choice if you turn from an angry young man to a bitter, old bastard.
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