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There was a moment when Prince did rock & roll with a sponge-y seductive sound. I think that's what was in our head for 'Get On Your Boots.' But actually, the song is much more punk rock.
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Age: 64
Born: 1960
Born: May 10
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My understanding of the Scriptures has been made simple by the person of Christ.
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The human heart is greedy it will use religion, color, or any other excuse to justify its greed. Blame the human heart.
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It's so sweet, I feel like my teeth are rotting when I listen to the radio.
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