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Well, I'm known as a guitar-rock guy, you know? You're not supposed to play with synthesizers. This is not in the rulebook.
Billy Corgan
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Billy Corgan
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: March 17
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Live simply make compassionate choices when it comes to food.
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