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Punk rock isn't supposed to be for everyone. There is that sort of private club mentality, which is necessary. It keeps things from getting watered down and boring.
Billie Joe Armstrong
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Billie Joe Armstrong
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: February 17
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